# HARRY POTTER REVEALED **Source:** Pinball News Website **Type:** article **Published:** 2025-06-05 **Beat:** Pinball **URL:** https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2025/06/05/harry-potter-revealed --- ## Analysis Jersey Jack Pinball officially revealed Harry Potter Pinball, their eleventh title, featuring content from all eight Harry Potter films. The game comes in three editions (Collector's Edition at $15,000, Wizard Edition at $12,000, and Arcade Edition at $9,999) with distinct aesthetic packages but identical core gameplay. Key features include a moving Grand Staircase mechanism, Quidditch upper playfield, interactive Death Eater sculpt, and four flippers, designed by Eric Meunier with sound by David Thiel. ### Key Claims - [HIGH] Harry Potter Pinball covers all seven books and all eight movies — _Official announcement explicitly lists all eight film titles from Philosopher's Stone through Deathly Hallows (2 movies)_ - [HIGH] Game features four flippers including a mini-flipper — _Stated in official press release and visible in detailed playfield descriptions_ - [HIGH] Collector's Edition features exclusive MinaLima artwork package — _Official announcement states MinaLima designed the CE art package; MinaLima worked on original films and Wizarding World products_ - [HIGH] The Grand Staircase is the centerpiece mechanism with three entrances and thirteen exits — _Official press release describes it as 'a mesmerizing kinetic sculpture with three entrances and thirteen exits'_ - [HIGH] Game includes John Williams' 'Hedwig's Theme' as licensed music — _Official announcement: 'officially licensed film clips and music, including John Williams' iconic Hedwig's Theme'_ - [HIGH] Eric Meunier is the game designer — _Listed as Game Designer in credits and quoted extensively in press release_ - [HIGH] Joe Katz serves as Software Game Lead — _Listed in official design team credits_ - [HIGH] All three editions include identical gameplay — _Press release states: 'All editions include identical gameplay across a rich landscape of mechanical and visual innovation'_ - [HIGH] Game is proudly built in the USA — _Official press release statement_ - [HIGH] Collector's and Wizard's Editions include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity — _Official announcement specifies connectivity for CE and Wizard editions; Arcade Edition details not mentioned for connectivity_ ### Notable Quotes > "Every once in a great while, a game comes along that feels truly special. The Harry Potter franchise has lived in the hearts of fans for over two decades. Bringing it to life through pinball has been a dream long in the making — and a landmark moment for the industry." > — **Jack Guarnieri, founder of Jersey Jack Pinball**, official announcement > _Founder emphasizes the significance of the Harry Potter license and positions it as a landmark for the industry_ > "This has been the most personal and passionate project of my career. As a lifelong fan, I wanted to build something worthy of the wizarding world. From gameplay to audio, every detail is designed to transport players into the story. It's the most ambitious game I've ever made." > — **Eric Meunier, game designer**, official announcement > _Designer articulates personal investment and ambition, emphasizing comprehensive design approach and fan dedication_ ### Entities | Name | Type | Context | |------|------|---------| | Jersey Jack Pinball | company | Manufacturer releasing Harry Potter Pinball as their eleventh title; headquartered in Chicago | | Harry Potter Pinball | game | Newly revealed pinball machine from Jersey Jack Pinball based on all eight Harry Potter films; available in three editions | | Eric Meunier | person | Game Designer for Harry Potter Pinball; describes it as most personal and ambitious project of career | | David Thiel | person | Sound design for Harry Potter Pinball; described as industry legend | | Joe Katz | person | Software Game Lead for Harry Potter Pinball | | Marc Silk | person | Voice actor for Harry Potter Pinball; described as award-winning | | Jean-Paul de Win | person | Art and Animation team member for Harry Potter Pinball | | Jack Guarnieri | person | Founder of Jersey Jack Pinball; described licensing role in credits | | MinaLima | company | Graphic design studio that worked on original Harry Potter films; created exclusive Collector's Edition artwork package | | Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products | company | Partner on Harry Potter Pinball licensing; extends Warner Bros. franchises through consumer products | | Collector's Edition | product | Top-tier Harry Potter Pinball variant priced at $15,000; features MinaLima artwork, gold accents, mirrored backglass, interactive topper | | Wizard Edition | product | Mid-tier Harry Potter Pinball variant priced at $12,000; features Battle of Hogwarts artwork, traditional character compositions, real backglass | | Arcade Edition | product | Entry-level Harry Potter Pinball variant priced at $9,999; designed for operators and enthusiasts; uses translite instead of backglass | | Grand Staircase | product | Centerpiece mechanism on Harry Potter Pinball with three entrances and thirteen exits; described as 'mesmerizing kinetic sculpture' | | Quidditch Upper Playfield | product | Secondary playfield mechanism on Harry Potter Pinball in upper-left corner; features mini-flipper and miniature wireform | | Death Eater Interactive Sculpt | product | Motorized pinball-firing villain mechanism on Harry Potter Pinball with glowing eyes | | Whomping Willow | product | Silicone tree mechanism on Harry Potter Pinball featuring fully animated flying Ford Anglia on pop bumper | ### Topics - **Primary:** Game announcement and reveal, Three-tier pricing model (Pro/Premium/LE equivalent), Playfield mechanics and features, Collector's Edition premium materials and aesthetics - **Secondary:** Design team and credits, License scope (all eight films), Art package differentiation across editions - **Mentioned:** Manufacturing and USA-based production ### Sentiment **Positive** (0.85) — Official announcement is celebratory and enthusiastic; language emphasizes prestige, ambition, and quality. Designer and founder both express strong personal investment. No critical content present in this official reveal piece. ### Signals - **[business_signal]** Jersey Jack Pinball positions Harry Potter as landmark IP achievement and company milestone (confidence: high) — Founder states 'a landmark moment for the industry'; designer calls it 'the most ambitious game I've ever made' - **[design_philosophy]** Playfield design centered on immersive thematic elements and mechanical storytelling (Grand Staircase, Quidditch playfield, Death Eater sculpt, etc.) (confidence: high) — Multiple detailed descriptions of feature-rich mechanisms designed to represent Harry Potter locations and characters - **[licensing_signal]** Comprehensive Harry Potter license covering all eight films with John Williams music and official film clips (confidence: high) — Press release states game 'spans all eight Harry Potter films' and includes 'officially licensed film clips and music, including John Williams' iconic Hedwig's Theme' - **[market_signal]** Pricing tiers at $15,000 (CE), $12,000 (Wizard), and $9,999 (Arcade) reflect premium market positioning (confidence: high) — Official pricing announcement for all three editions - **[community_signal]** Eric Meunier emphasizes personal fan passion and comprehensive design approach to Harry Potter (confidence: high) — Meunier quote: 'As a lifelong fan, I wanted to build something worthy of the wizarding world. From gameplay to audio, every detail is designed to transport players into the story.' - **[announcement]** Jersey Jack Pinball officially reveals Harry Potter Pinball after months of speculation (confidence: high) — Full official announcement with detailed specifications, pricing, team credits, and marketing materials - **[product_strategy]** Three-tier edition structure (Collector's/Wizard/Arcade) with distinct aesthetic packages but identical core gameplay (confidence: high) — Official specs detail differences in art, materials, toppers, and backbox construction while confirming 'All editions include identical gameplay' - **[technology_signal]** Collector's and Wizard Editions include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for future updates and online integration (confidence: high) — Official announcement: 'Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for future updates, scoring features, and online integration' --- ## Transcript After months (if not years) of speculation, teases and peeks, Jersey Jack Pinball today finally revealed their eleventh title, *Harry Potter*. Fears the game could be based on only one or a subset of the movies have proved unfounded, as the playfield includes elements, characters and the titles of all seven books and all eight movies: 1. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone 2. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 3. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 4. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire 5. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix 6. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince 7. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (2 movies) The 4-flippered game comes in three variants. The Collector’s Edition is the top-end version, followed by the Wizard Edition, with a new Arcade Edition aimed more at locations. The prices of the three models have been announced in advance, with pre-order deposits taken to secure a specific version and a place in the build queue. * Collector’s Edition: $15,000 ($2,000 deposit) * Wizard Edition: $12,000 ($1,000 deposit) * Arcade Edition: $10,000 ($1,000 deposit) So, here are the three models, starting with the exterior appearance. Remember, all the images on Pinball News can be clicked to give you a larger version. **Collector’s Edition** The Collector’s Edition features a special artwork package from design studio, [MinaLima](https://minalima.com/), who worked on the original films and has continued developing multiple Wizarding World products. It comes with the fully interactive topper featuring Hedwig, a flying Harry, a Roving Snitch and a ‘dark mark’ projector, as well as rear and under-cabinet lighting. [![The left side of the Collector's Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/102-harry-potter-598x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/102-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The left side of the Collector’s Edition The hinges, side rails, lock bar and legs feature a gold sparkle paint, while the shooter knob is also a Golden Snitch, with that gold effect carried inside the cabinet with gold foil art blades and apron decal, as well as gold sparkle in the playfield and plastics artwork. [![The right side of the Collector's Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/103-harry-potter-574x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/103-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The right side of the Collector’s Edition [![The Golden Snitch shooter rod](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/019-harry-potter-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/019-harry-potter.jpg) The Golden Snitch shooter rod [![The gold mirrored backglass from the Collector's Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/100-harry-potter-1024x929.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/100-harry-potter.jpg) The gold mirrored backglass from the Collector’s Edition **Wizard Edition** The Wizard Edition has a totally different cabinet and backbox art package, being more of a traditional composition of characters and scenes from the movies. It does come with the high gloss RadCals on the cabinet and a real backglass. The backbox topper is a simpler multi-layer illuminated acrylic composition, depicting a Quidditch game. Unusually, the flipper buttons are different colours to match the good vs evil artwork on each side. [![The left side of the Wizard Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/202-harry-potter-606x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/202-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The left side of the Wizard Edition [![The right side of the Wizard Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/203-harry-potter-591x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/203-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The right side of the Wizard Edition [![The Wizard Edition's backglass](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/200-harry-potter-1024x929.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/200-harry-potter.jpg) The Wizard Edition’s backglass **Arcade Edition** The Arcade Edition is deigned to be sold at, or just below, the $10,000 mark, so it eschews some of the more decorative features of the Wizard Edition. As such, it uses a translite rather than a printed backglass, has regular cabinet decals and doesn’t come with a topper or external volume control. However, all the key gameplay elements on the playfield do seem to be included. [![The left side of the Arcade Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/302-harry-potter-642x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/302-harry-potter.jpg) The left side of the Arcade Edition [![The right side of the Arcade Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/303-harry-potter-637x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/303-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The right side of the Arcade Edition ![The Wizard Edition's backglass](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/200-harry-potter-1024x929.jpg) The Arcade Edition features the same artwork as the Wizard Edition but uses a translite rather than a backglass All three models include a player camera for interaction with the game, as well as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth audio, and RGB LED Hotrails along the side of the playfield. ![The left sides of all three models](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/001-harry-potter-1024x727.jpg) The left sides of all three models ![The right sides of all three models](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/002-harry-potter-1024x727.jpg) The right sides of all three models Speaking of the playfield, here are the overviews of all three versions. **Collector’s Edition** [![The Collector's Edition playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/106-harry-potter-488x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/106-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The Collector’s Edition playfield The Collector’s Edition has a moulding around the lock bar action button, gold wireforms throughout, a gold sparkle apron decal, and gold sparkle flecks in the playfield artwork and on the playfield plastics. **Wizard Edition** As you can see, the Wizard Edition’s playfield looks very similar. The art design is the same, and all the playfield mechanisms seem to be the same. [![The Wizard Edition's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/206-harry-potter-503x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/206-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The Wizard Edition’s playfield Here are the three playfields side-by-side: ![The Collector's, Wizard and Arcade Editions](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/006-harry-potter-1024x717.jpg) The Collector’s, Wizard and Arcade Editions To confirm the similarity between the playfields, we did a ‘difference’ to compare the Collector’s Edition and the Arcade Edition. This removes any elements which are the same, leaving just the differences. [![The difference map comparing the Collector's Edition and the Arcade Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/007-harry-potter-542x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/007-harry-potter-scaled.jpg) The difference map comparing the Collector’s Edition and the Arcade Edition As expected, the side rails and apron decals are different, as is the shooter gauge decal. The remaining differences appear to be just the playfield sparkle (click on the image to enlarge it to see the sparkle), a few insert edging effects and the gold wireforms. We now have a selection of detailed playfield shots which we have added below, but to begin with here are a few closer looks at the playfield features. In the top-left corner of the game is the Quidditch pitch with multiple paths and a ramp to shoot the Quaffle through the goal and, when lit, score a point. [![The upper-left corner features an upper playfield with a mini-flipper](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/008-harry-potter-933x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/008-harry-potter.jpg) The upper-left corner features a Quidditch upper playfield with a mini-flipper The upper playfield includes a mini-wireform containing two miniature captive rolling balls. Hitting the Beater posts fires the balls round the wireform. [![The upper playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/018-harry-potter-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/018-harry-potter.jpg) The upper playfield The flying Ford Anglia is mounted in a silicone Whomping Willow tree on top of a pop bumper, shaking the tree and the car as the bumper fires. [![The moving staircase mechanism](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/009-harry-potter-983x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/009-harry-potter.jpg) The moving staircase mechanism [![The moving staircase mechanism](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/016-harry-potter-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/016-harry-potter.jpg) The moving staircase mechanism [![The lenticular changing pictures](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/017-harry-potter-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/017-harry-potter.jpg) The lenticular changing pictures The operation of the staircase mechanism isn’t yet clear beyond just rotating, but it does feature multiple paths and positions, and seems to be the centrepiece of the game. The Heart’s Desire insert is printed upside down and is presumably designed to be viewed in a mirror mounted at the back of the game. [![The Heart's Desire mirror](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/015-harry-potter-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/015-harry-potter.jpg) The Heart’s Desire mirror [![The left centre of the playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/011-harry-potter-864x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/011-harry-potter.jpg) The left centre of the playfield [![The right-centre of the playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/010-harry-potter-901x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/010-harry-potter.jpg) The right-centre of the playfield [![The potion cauldron](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/013-harry-potter-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/013-harry-potter.jpg) The potion cauldron [![The Horcruxes which need to be destroyed](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/014-harry-potter-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/014-harry-potter.jpg) The Horcruxes which need to be destroyed [![The bottom of the playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/012-harry-potter-1024x787.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/012-harry-potter.jpg) The bottom of the playfield Here are the new detailed playfield and cabinet artwork pictures. [![Cabinet art from the Wizard Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/401-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/401-harry-potter.jpg) Cabinet art from the Wizard Edition [![Cabinet art from the Wizard Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/402-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/402-harry-potter.jpg) Cabinet art from the Wizard Edition [![The R-O-N standup target bank](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/403-harry-potter-1024x660.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/403-harry-potter.jpg) The R-O-N standup target bank [![The Hermione targets](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/404-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/404-harry-potter.jpg) The Hermione targets [![Balls in the Wand Lock](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/405-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/405-harry-potter.jpg) Balls in the Wand Lock [![The moving staircase, wand lock and potion cauldron](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/406-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/406-harry-potter.jpg) The moving staircase, wand lock and potion cauldron [![The top half of the playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/407-harry-potter.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/407-harry-potter.jpg) The top half of the playfield [![The top half of the playfield with alternate lighting effects](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/408-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/408-harry-potter.jpg) The top half of the Arcade Edition playfield with alternate lighting effects [![The Secret Passage inner orbit lane](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/410-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/410-harry-potter.jpg) The Secret Passage inner orbit lane [![The lane to the right of the staircase](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/411-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/411-harry-potter.jpg) The lane to the right of the staircase [![The Mirror of Erised showing the Heart's Desire insert](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/412-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/412-harry-potter.jpg) The Mirror of Erised showing the Heart’s Desire insert [![The shot under the upper-right flipper into the scoop](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/413-harry-potter-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/413-harry-potter.jpg) The shot under the upper-right flipper into the scoop [![The internally-lit Death Eater model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/414-harry-potter-820x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/414-harry-potter.jpg) The internally-lit Death Eater model [![The Death Eater](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/417-harry-potter-693x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/417-harry-potter.jpg) The Death Eater [![The flying Ford Anglia in the Whomping Willow](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/415-harry-potter-835x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/415-harry-potter.jpg) The flying Ford Anglia in the Whomping Willow [![The Sorting Hat model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/416-harry-potter-775x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/416-harry-potter.jpg) The Sorting Hat model [![The right side art blade](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/419-harry-potter-1024x570.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/419-harry-potter.jpg) The right side art blade from the Wizard Edition [![The left side art blade from the Wizard Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/421-harry-potter-1024x584.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/421-harry-potter.jpg) The left side art blade from the Wizard Edition [![The upper playfield area](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/423-harry-potter-1024x672.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/423-harry-potter.jpg) The upper playfield area ![The upper part of the playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/424-harry-potter-1024x804.jpg) The upper part of the playfield ![Green/blue lighting effects](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/425-harry-potter-1024x601.jpg) Green/blue lighting effects [![A wider view of the playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/422-harry-potter-1024x625.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/422-harry-potter.jpg) A wider view of the playfield ![A wider view of the playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/426-harry-potter-1024x700.jpg) A wider view of the playfield The design team is led by Game Designer, **Eric Meunier**. The other key team members are: Software Game Lead: **Joe Katz** Software: **Duncan Brown, Bill Grupp, Jason Allen, Taylor Taylor Snyder** Mechanical Game Lead: **Dan Lachick** Mechanical Engineering: **Nick Jensen** Electrical Engineering: **Joe Ernest, Will Mercado, Eric Miller, Luna Luna Silverfang** Art: **Jesper Jesper Abels, Jean-Paul Jean-Paul de Win, Johnny Wiegel** Animation: **Olaf Olaf Gremie, Jean-Paul Jean-Paul de Win, Johnny Wiegel** Music & Sound: **David Thiel, Pierce Pierce Colbert** Voices: **Marc Marc Silk** Licensing: **Jack Guarnieri** Producer: **Debbie Holstein** Production Development: **Kyrstle Gemnich** Jersey Jack Pinball have released a couple of video, starting with this trailer for the game: VIDEO Then there is the full featurette all about the game and the team working on it: VIDEO Flyers for the three models are available, as is a rules flowchart. Here they all are: **Collector’s Edition** [![The front of the flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/204-harry-potter-791x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/204-harry-potter.jpg) The front of the flyer [![The back of the flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/205-harry-potter-791x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/205-harry-potter.jpg) The back of the flyer **Wizard Edition** [![The front of the flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/104-harry-potter-791x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/104-harry-potter.jpg) The front of the flyer [![The back of the flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/105-harry-potter-791x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/105-harry-potter.jpg) The back of the flyer **Arcade Edition** [![The front of the flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/304-harry-potter-791x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/304-harry-potter.jpg) The front of the flyer [![The back of the flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/305-harry-potter-791x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/305-harry-potter.jpg) The back of the flyer **Rules Flowchart** [![The rules flowchart](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/003-harry-potter-1024x656.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/003-harry-potter.jpg) The rules flowchart There’s also a comparison of the features in the three versions. [![What's in each version](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/005-harry-potter-1024x791.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/harry-potter/005-harry-potter.jpg) What’s in each version Finally, here’s how Jersey Jack Pinball announced their new Harry Potter game: | | | --- | | **CHICAGO, June 5, 2025** — Jersey Jack Pinball in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), is proud to unveil its most eagerly awaited release to date: Harry Potter™ Pinball — a rare and mystical collector’s item that brings the beloved world of Harry Potter to life like never before. Crafted with extraordinary detail and care, this isn’t just a pinball machine — it’s an enchanted artifact designed for collectors, fans, and pinball wizards alike. This limited-edition release celebrates the magic and adventure of the beloved film series, inviting players to journey through Hogwarts™, battle dark forces, and relive the entire saga — from the arrival of the first letter to the final duel. Developed by renowned designer Eric Meunier, featuring sound design by industry legend David Thiel and voice work by award-winning actor Marc Marc Silk, Harry Potter™ Pinball spans all eight *Harry Potter* films in one breathtaking and immersive gameplay experience. “Every once in a great while, a game comes along that feels truly special,” said Jack Guarnieri, founder of Jersey Jack Pinball. “The Harry Potter franchise has lived in the hearts of fans for over two decades. Bringing it to life through pinball has been a dream long in the making — and a landmark moment for the industry.” Eric Meunier added, “This has been the most personal and passionate project of my career. As a lifelong fan, I wanted to build something worthy of the wizarding world. From gameplay to audio, every detail is designed to transport players into the story. It’s the most ambitious game I’ve ever made.” Players will celebrate the world with spellbinding light, sound, and motion — from the moving staircases and Diagon Alley™ to the Sorting Hat and Explore Hogwarts Multiball. Every element is infused with the soul of the world of Harry Potter — packed with hidden secrets, handcrafted mechanisms, and mystical surprises. Harry Potter™ Pinball is available in three editions, each delivering the same spellbinding gameplay and engineered to the highest standards: **Collector’s Edition – $15,000|** An ultra-limited, made-to-order version featuring an exclusive art package by MinaLima, the graphic design team behind the Harry Potter films. This edition includes: • Gold Foil RadCal™ cabinet • Gold-mirrored backglass • Gold chrome wire ramps • Metallic inner art blades and foil-accented apron • Magic Sparkle-enhanced playfield • Under glow LED light shows • Galleon Gold Sparkle Armor • Interactive Hogwarts Castle Topper • Exclusive MinaLima artwork throughout **Wizard’s Edition – $12,000** Featuring The Battle of Hogwarts™ RadCal™ Art Package and Auror’s Spectrum Color-Shifting Armor, this edition includes: • JJP’s Invisiglass™ • Full surround illuminated backglass • Eight chrome wireform ramps • Quidditch™ Tri-Depth Interactive LED Topper **Arcade Edition – $9,999** • Designed for operators and enthusiasts, featuring: • The Battle of Hogwarts™ Decal Art Package • Direct-print playfield • Black Armor All editions include identical gameplay across a rich landscape of mechanical and visual innovation. Key features include: • The Grand Staircase™ – A mesmerizing kinetic sculpture with three entrances and thirteen exits, lined with moving portraits • Quidditch™ Upper Playfield – A high-flying playfield-within-a-playfield • Death Eater™ Interactive Sculpt – A motorized, pinball-firing villain with glowing eyes • Whomping Willow™ – Fully animated with the iconic flying Ford Anglia • Room of Requirement™ Entrance – Magnet-controlled hidden access • Wand Multiball Lock – Featuring the wands of Harry, Ron, and Hermione • Potion Cauldron Sculpture – Interactive ball passthrough effect • Four flippers (including a mini), three spinners, and multiple magnet-based ball interactions Harry Potter™ Pinball is proudly built in the USA. Collector’s and Wizard’s Editions include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for future updates, scoring features, and online integration. The game also includes officially licensed film clips and music, including John Williams’ iconic “Hedwig’s Theme.” **About The Harry Potter Franchise** From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history. J.K. Rowling’s best-selling Harry Potter novels have been brought to life in an ever-evolving, interconnected universe which is loved by millions of fans worldwide. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films and three epic Fantastic Beasts films bring the spellbinding action to life on screen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child mesmerizes on stage, and state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games allow players to experience the wizarding world like never before. Fans can proudly showcase their passion through innovative consumer products, and thrill at spectacular location-based experiences – including five theme park lands at Universal Studios locations around the world. This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. Discovery-owned Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts offerings includes ground-breaking touring experiences and events, each developed to celebrate special moments and locations that fans cherish, as well as the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops and iconic flagship store – Harry Potter New York. Wizards, Witches and Muggles alike can also discover something new as they explore behind-the-scenes secrets at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter. With a new HBO Original TV series based on the Harry Potter books on the way, this extended world continues to provide the community with fresh and exciting ways to interact. For its global fans, and for generations to come, it invites everyone in to find the magic for themselves. For the latest Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts news and features, visit [www.harrypotter.com](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4439308-1&h=2375606996&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harrypotter.com%2F&a=www.harrypotter.com). **About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products** Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Revenue & Strategy division, extends the company’s powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBDGCP partners with best-in-class licensees globally on award-winning toy, fashion, home décor and publishing programs inspired by the biggest franchises from Warner Bros.’ film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, DC, Cartoon Network, HGTV, Eurosport, Adult Swim, and more. With innovative global licensing and merchandising programs, retail initiatives, and promotional partnerships, WBDGCP is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world. **About Jersey Jack Pinball** Since its founding in 2011, Jersey Jack Pinball (JJP) has redefined what a modern pinball machine can be. JJP has established itself as the premier innovator in the industry, offering the desirable games in the modern pinball era. Headquartered in the heart of the industry in Chicago, Illinois, and proudly designed and manufactured in the USA, JJP combines old-school craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology to create machines that are as visually stunning as they are thrilling to play. Led by an award-winning team of veteran designers, engineers, and artists, Jersey Jack Pinball is known for producing highly collectible, feature-rich machines that captivate players of all skill levels. Easy to play, difficult to master, JJP games blend immersive storytelling, dynamic gameplay, and striking visual presentation—honoring the heritage of classic pinball while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on a playfield. **Innovation That Sets the Standard** JJP has pioneered numerous industry-first features that have become benchmarks for the next generation of pinball. The company was the first to introduce LCD screens as a standard in the backbox, RGB LED lighting for an ultra-vivid experience, integrated Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, gameplay-enhancing camera integration, and intricate interactive playfield toys that bring themes to life in ways never seen before. Every JJP release is a celebration of its theme, crafted with attention to detail that resonates with fans and collectors alike. Its critically acclaimed lineup includes *The Wizard of Oz*, *The Hobbit*, *Dialed In!*, *Pirates of the Caribbean*, *Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory*, *Guns N’ Roses: Not In This Lifetime*, *Toy Story 4*, *The Godfather 50th Anniversary*, *Elton John*, *Avatar: The Battle for Pandora*, and now, *Harry Potter*. **A Legacy in the Making** With a growing global community of collectors, operators, and pinball enthusiasts, Jersey Jack Pinball continues to expand its impact across both commercial and home entertainment spaces. Whether lighting up a bustling arcade, enhancing a luxury game room, or anchoring a pop culture collection, JJP machines deliver a uniquely premium experience that turns players into fans, and fans into lifelong collectors. The game is now available at [jerseyjackpinball.com](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4439308-1&h=339093131&u=http%3A%2F%2Fjerseyjackpinball.com%2F&a=jerseyjackpinball.com) and through authorized distributors. | | | We’ll be back with much more Harry Potter news and many more pictures of the game very soon, right here at Pinball News. _(Acquisition: raw_text, Enrichment: v1)_ --- *Exported from Journalist Tool on 2026-04-13 | Item ID: 63067671-24e2-401b-ab22-5ee1693897fa*