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Adams Family

gameactive16 mentionsFirst seen Mar 21, 2007Last seen Jan 27, 2026

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Adams Family is a game mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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  • Classic pinball by Pat Lawlor; Sam owns original machine purchased 2005; delivered to Jason after difficult 100-yard carry; highly influential design referenced throughout episode

    Episode 4: Be My GuestSep 14, 2022
  • 1992 game using WPC system; sold 22,000 units; represents peak of pinball manufacturing era

    TOPCast 47: Chris GrannerAug 5, 2007
  • Classic pinball machine ranked alongside Twilight Zone as favorite among players

    TWILIGHT ZONE (Midway 1993) 05/11/15 - 1 / 2May 12, 2015
  • Referenced for complete playfield and cabinet work completed using ultrasonic cleaner

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 3Feb 10, 2020
  • Reference restoration project by Jason demonstrating similar speaker cabinet work

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 9Mar 10, 2020
  • Previous restoration project completed by Jason featuring new playfield and cabinet rebuild

    This Game Survived!? (A new series is born?)Nov 5, 2022

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Classic pinball game; Ernie sourced ramps from it (cut and modified for his machine); game inspired part of League of Legends 'Battle of the Baron' design

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  • Classic pinball machine; restored versions sell for approximately $10,000; prices have increased significantly

    FNO Pinball Ep 6: Black Knight Limited Edition Pinball MachineJun 12, 2019
  • Pinball machine used in Bat City match; Brian O'Neill hit chair mode repeatedly

    Episode 115: Who is this guy?Mar 19, 2018
  • Williams pinball machine; 20,000 units produced (cited as most-produced pinball machine in history); manufactured during 1990s boom era

    Pinball Shenanigans the Documentary!Nov 12, 2025
  • Classic pinball machine; first machine Brian Vincent owned as collector; sentimental significance

    Meet the New Owner of American Pinball!Jan 27, 2026
  • Pinball machine played by Josh in college; he owns a high-quality example now displayed at Pinball Studio

    EP09 Joshua YatesDec 11, 2025
  • Pinball machine with known kicker bracket failure issue; referenced for trough switch and wiring problems; subject of real repair case

    Pinball Machine Troubleshooting Made Easy with TNT Amusements!Feb 7, 2025
  • Williams game that Bill tested in QC; produced at 160 units/day; one of multiple major games Bill tested in factory

    Fireside Chat with Bill GruppFeb 7, 2025
  • Pinball game owned by Shalhoub, currently in his garage, available for sale to interested parties

    TOPCast 18: Michael ShalhoubMar 21, 2007
  • Classic System 11 game cited as example of clear, understandable rule design with good feedback

    Dirty Pool Podcast Ep02 – Bowen Kerins on Designing Dune and the Art of Pinball RulesMay 9, 2025