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Oscar H. Ray

personactive36 mentionsFirst seen Jul 22, 2016Last seen Mar 3, 2026

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Claims (10)

  • factualmedium

    Oscar H. Ray is a top-3 ranked competitive pinball player

    Source: Oscar H. Ray self-identification on streamRush Pinball Vault Celebration Stream
  • factualmedium

    Arcade816 was the first company to create arcade cabinets housing legacy game consoles

    Source: Direct statement at Pinball Expo 2021Console Themed Arcade Cabinets!?
  • predictionhigh

    Arcade816 initially built hand-made prototypes and plans to move toward mass production with modular pricing options

    Source: Direct statement regarding future production strategyConsole Themed Arcade Cabinets!?
  • factualhigh

    Neo Geo AES cabinet variant costs more than other console versions

Recent Mentions (36)

  • Code/software contributor to Foo Fighters; heavily involved in code development and community discussion

    70: Jaws stuff and Deep Dive: Foo Fighters!Apr 27, 2024
  • Co-host/designer involved in Metallica Remastered project; discusses updates and gameplay alongside John Borg

    Metallica Pinball Remastered 1.0 Gameplay Stream!Apr 2, 2025
  • Pinball enthusiast who restored a No Good Gofer and received a replacement part from Mike Dimas via Kevin's manufacturing

    My Secret Pinball Machine Stash Revealed! You Won’t Believe This!Mar 3, 2026
  • Competitive pinball player and software developer at Stern Pinball; appears in High Stakes Semifinals; plays with skill at hitting advanced shots like three-switch banks

    INDISC 2019 - High Stakes Playoffs - SemifinalsApr 28, 2020
  • Pinball player; won Game of Thrones tournament mentioned in stream discussion

    Monster Island Madness and Planet X Victory Challenge on Stern Pinball's Godzilla v1.11.0Aug 22, 2024
  • Described as 'code tournament director' during Metallica finals commentary, involved in tournament operations and rulings

    IFPA 2018 National and Women's World Championships - Part 10 of 10

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Source: Response to direct pricing questionConsole Themed Arcade Cabinets!?
  • factualhigh

    Controller designs evoke original console controller aesthetics rather than reproducing exact originals

    Source: Design philosophy explanationConsole Themed Arcade Cabinets!?
  • opinionhigh

    Led Zeppelin pinball doesn't present well on stream and requires physical play to fairly evaluate

    Source: Mystery Pinball Theater 3000 streamRadical VPX (Bally 1990)
  • factualhigh

    Oscar H. Ray recently joined Stern Pinball as a software engineer/programmer.

    Source: Jack DangerGuardians of the Galaxy Pinball Causal Gameplay! 5.2 BIL!
  • factualhigh

    Oscar H. Ray is a programmer on Black Knight: Sword of Rage

    Source: Tournament commentatorsBlack Knight: Sword of Rage On Tilt Heads-Up Launch Tournament
  • factualmedium

    Oscar H. Ray plays Dialed In daily and maintains a high score on the machine

    Source: Straight Down the Middle Episode 62SDTM Episode 62: This Or That? (Maiden LE vs POTC LE & more pinball choices)
  • factualhigh

    Oscar H. Ray is one of only two people to have played the new Batman '66 code before this festival

    Source: Jack DangerTexas Pinball Festival 2018 ( Day 2 ) | Batman '66 Pinabll
  • May 15, 2018
  • Competitive pinball player; participates in tournament; advanced through early rounds by winning Start a Quest and Mini Deadpool challenges

    Deadpool Heads-Up Launch Party @ AYCE GogiSep 17, 2018
  • Code programmer for Black Knight: Sword of Rage; referenced during discussion of super skill shot bug

    Black Knight: Sword of Rage On Tilt Heads-Up Launch TournamentMay 29, 2020
  • Referenced indirectly through Stern Pinball context in ad read (no direct appearance in content)

    SDTM Episode 51: Pirates of the Caribbean Pinball Machine Review - Deluxe Edition Part 1Feb 23, 2018
  • World-class pinball player; codes/rules at Stern; recently returned to podcast with new show featuring tournament discussion

    PNP Ep. 537- Proof The Pinbubble Has POPPED+ JP 30 Deep ThoughtsAug 25, 2023
  • Co-host with Rachel Risto of The Oscar H. Ray Show on Poor Man's Pinball Network, discusses rules and tournaments; Orby plans to consult with him about D82 preparation

    PNP Ep. 554- Orby Heads to D82 To Play Elwin, Eric and Escher!Jan 24, 2024
  • Chat participant; host asks whether The Wizard mode hook will be nerfed, addressing Oscar H. Ray with implicit suggestion he/she may have influence over code decisions

    27 BILLION Led Zeppelin Pinball GameplayJan 4, 2022
  • Pinball Magic player in qualifying; sitting in third place; had ball rejection issues with machine

    California Extreme 2016 Pinball Tournament QualifyingJul 22, 2016
  • Competitive pinball player, tournament finalist, came into finals with no points

    INDISC 2019 - Classics I Playoffs - FinalsMar 5, 2019
  • Co-participant in the video, long-time friend of Mike who frequently played Tron Legacy with him, current third owner of the acquired machine

    Pinball Pickup Adventure for a 2012 Stern Tron Legacy with tons of mods!Jul 17, 2025
  • Visitor to Grazely Garage, played Medieval Madness and Monster Bash during video, competed in Astro City head-to-head fighting games

    The Grasley Garage! Medieval Madness & 10 Strike bowler are done! Astro City's now Linked! & Big BoyAug 13, 2025
  • Code designer/team lead on Metallica Remake; collaborated with John Borg on Metallica iteration

    King Kong Pinball Machine Breakdown! Gonzo & Neil McRae Dive Into Stern’s Myth of Terror IslandJul 12, 2025
  • Artwork and 3D designer; praised for contributions to Guardians of the Galaxy

    Jokerz! (1988 Williams / VPW)Jul 14, 2022
  • Stern Pinball code designer mentioned in chat during stream opening

    Ghostbusters by Stern (2016) Pinball Duel!May 23, 2020
  • Referenced as sound technician who will fix audio issues on host's streaming setup after stream

    Strange Science VPX (Bally 1986)Oct 1, 2021
  • Pinball code designer and community figure; appears as co-host at Outer Orbit stream

    Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle (Spooky 2017)Jan 20, 2020
  • Pinball code designer at Stern; mentioned in chat, provided guidance on game mechanics

    Led Zepplin Premium (Stern 2020)Dec 20, 2021
  • Stern Pinball employee (works for 'Sam Stern'); provides technical insights on Led Zeppelin pinball; pinball code designer and community commentator

    Radical VPX (Bally 1990)Jan 2, 2021
  • Viewer/chat participant who questions difficulty settings and Cygnus progress

    Stream 564: Rush (Stern) LEJul 9, 2022
  • Staff member at Treasure Cove; discussed secondary market dynamics and game valuations with Hoagie

    SDTM Episode 30: Collector Interview with HougieAug 12, 2017
  • Operator/owner of Rainville's Hideaway pinball arcade; has nephew Matt who maintains machines

    Episode 8 – Spotlight Series – Spanish Eyes with John LeeMar 9, 2025
  • Pinball player, finished second at Stern Pinball Circuit finals to Zach Sharpe, competitive tournament participant

    Wizards & Warriors Episode 11 - A History of the IFPA With President Josh SharpeNov 13, 2025
  • Pinball developer/designer appearing in segment discussing current gameplay preferences; mentions playing Dialed In frequently

    SDTM Episode 62: This Or That? (Maiden LE vs POTC LE & more pinball choices)Jun 1, 2018
  • Pinball code designer credited on Avengers; has gem mode mechanics and trophies system

    Avengers: Infinity Quest Pinball Machine Review (Stern Pinball, 2020) SDTM, 2021 AIQApr 18, 2021
  • Mentioned as overthinking code designer who works with Raymond Davidson and Tim Sexton on Stern games

    Rush Pinball Review (SDTM, 2023)Jul 2, 2023
  • Founder/owner of Arcade816, designer and builder of console-themed arcade cabinets, attends trade shows to market products

    Console Themed Arcade Cabinets!?Nov 2, 2021
  • Only other person besides Jack Danger who has played the new Batman '66 code before the festival.

    Texas Pinball Festival 2018 ( Day 2 ) | Batman '66 PinabllMar 21, 2018
  • Pinball community member; recently joined Stern Pinball as software engineer/programmer; congratulated by Jack during stream.

    Guardians of the Galaxy Pinball Causal Gameplay! 5.2 BIL!Jun 25, 2020
  • Chat participant identified as 'codemaster extraordinaire'; provides real-time rule clarifications during livestream

    Avengers Infinity Quest Pinball Rules ExplorationSep 16, 2020
  • Pinball game designer/rules programmer who did rules revision for Stranger Things. Mentioned in comments and credited by hosts.

    Stranger Things Pinball ReviewJan 17, 2026
  • Competitive player featured on vault celebration stream; described as top-3 ranked player. Demonstrated advanced multiball and combo stacking strategies

    Rush Pinball Vault Celebration StreamApr 8, 2025