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World Pinball

companyactive13 mentionsFirst seen Dec 17, 2025Last seen Jun 5, 2026

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World Pinball is a Swiss-based pinball manufacturing startup founded in October 2025 by a three-person team with backgrounds in pinball repair and restoration. The company claims 95% proprietary parts manufacturing and is developing the Resident Evil pinball machine as their flagship product, scheduled for release in early spring 2026 with multiple limited edition tiers.

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  • affiliated_withTexas Pinball FestivalWorld Pinball uses TPF as announcement venue for Resident Evil Pinballmedium

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Claims (22)

  • factualhigh

    World Pinball Resident Evil Collector's Edition costs $22,353.64 USD for 100 units and includes a vibrating platform, haptic-feedback flipper buttons, and mini-playfield with on-playfield camera

    Source: Official pricing and feature announcementLeaked Cheddar
  • factualhigh

    Resident Evil pinball will feature 5 Collector's Edition character variants (Leon, Jill, Rebecca, Claire, Chris), each limited to 20 units

    Source: World Pinball official statementUpcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?
  • factualhigh

    Resident Evil pinball Limited Edition will be limited to 400 units

    Source: World Pinball official statementUpcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?
  • factualhigh

Recent Mentions (13)

  • Pinball manufacturer developing Resident Evil machine

    Loading ScreenJun 5, 2026
  • Swiss pinball manufacturer previously reported to be developing Resident Evil pinball; not present in article but referenced as alleged developer

    A Surprising Update on Resident Evil PinballJun 4, 2026
  • Swiss upstart pinball manufacturer; reveals Resident Evil game with premium features at $22,353.64 Collector's Edition

    Leaked CheddarMay 15, 2026
  • Swiss startup (manufacturing in France); first-time pinball maker; licensed Resident Evil from Capcom

    DPP #240 "Transformers and Euro pinball!"May 13, 2026
  • Swiss/Sweden-based pinball manufacturer (KB lists as Swiss; podcast says Sweden; treating as same entity). Developing Resident Evil pinball; first game ever; founded recently; parts seller background; pricing $25K–$27K.

    Episode 1219: "Why a $27,000 Resident Evil Pinball Makes Total Sense"May 13, 2026
  • Swiss-based pinball manufacturer developing Resident Evil pinball; founded October 2025; claims 95% proprietary parts manufacturing

    Upcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?

Contradictions

  • Existing: Release scheduled for March 2026vsConflicting: Release scheduled for spring 2026
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Release scheduled for early 2026vsConflicting: Release scheduled for March 2026 vs spring 2026
    Unresolved

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Distribution of Resident Evil pinball is scheduled for early 2027

Source: World Pinball official statementUpcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?
  • factualhigh

    World Pinball has already received pre-orders for Collector's Edition variants prior to official public announcement

    Source: World Pinball official statementUpcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?
  • predictionhigh

    Official teaser and pre-order window for Resident Evil pinball will be announced at a future date

    Source: World Pinball official statementUpcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?
  • factualhigh

    Collector's Edition Resident Evil pinball variants will be priced at CHF 21,500.00 ($27,632.77 USD at current exchange rates)

    Source: World Pinball official statement to reporter contactUpcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?
  • factualhigh

    Limited Edition Resident Evil pinball will be priced at CHF 19,500.00 ($25,062.28 USD at current exchange rates)

    Source: World Pinball official statement to reporter contactUpcoming Resident Evil Pinball Machine - the Most Expensive Game on the Market?
  • factualhigh

    World Pinball manufactures 95% of Resident Evil pinball parts internally, sourcing screen/speakers/amplifier/coils from European suppliers

    Source: Paris Pinball AddictStern Pinball Reveals JAWS 50th Topper; More details on Potential New Pinball Company
  • factualhigh

    Resident Evil pinball will feature 4 drummers, 5 magnets, and 4 metal ramps as mechanical innovations

    Source: Paris Pinball AddictStern Pinball Reveals JAWS 50th Topper; More details on Potential New Pinball Company
  • factualhigh

    Resident Evil pinball will be the first Swiss-manufactured pinball machine in history

    Source: Paris Pinball AddictStern Pinball Reveals JAWS 50th Topper; More details on Potential New Pinball Company
  • predictionhigh

    Resident Evil pinball pricing will be in the same range as Stern or Jersey Jack machines pending Capcom approval and final reveal

    Source: Paris Pinball AddictStern Pinball Reveals JAWS 50th Topper; More details on Potential New Pinball Company
  • factualhigh

    World Pinball is developing Resident Evil pinball scheduled for March 2026 (30th anniversary) with 300 total units and 12 ultra-limited S.T.A.R.S character editions

    Source: Paris Pinball Addict (direct conversation with World Pinball maker)Stern Pinball Reveals JAWS 50th Topper; More details on Potential New Pinball Company
  • factualmedium

    An earlier iteration of World Pinball ceased operations in 2022

    Source: Business recordsA Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • factualmedium

    The game will draw directly from the video game canon rather than film adaptations

    Source: Paris Pinball Addict rumor postA Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • factualhigh

    World Pinball Sàrl was incorporated on October 10, 2025 in Payerne, Switzerland

    Source: Swiss Central Business Name Index (verified by journalist)A Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • factualhigh

    The Resident Evil pinball project has been in active development for several years

    Source: Damien Haldi, World Pinball co-founderA Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • predictionhigh

    World Pinball plans to unveil the project publicly and open pre-orders soon

    Source: Damien Haldi, World Pinball co-founderA Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • predictionmedium

    The Resident Evil pinball is targeting a March 2026 release to coincide with the franchise's 30th anniversary

    Source: Paris Pinball Addict rumor postA Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • factualmedium

    Production will be capped at approximately 300 units in a limited run

    Source: Paris Pinball Addict rumor postA Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • factuallow

    Assembly is taking place in Burgundy, France

    Source: Paris Pinball Addict post (noted as unconfirmed by journalist)A Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind It
  • announcementhigh

    World Pinball will release Resident Evil pinball in early 2026

    Source: World Pinball (exclusive to Kaneda)Episode 1170: "World Exclusive New Game Coming Early 2026"
  • May 11, 2026
  • Pinball manufacturer; rumored Resident Evil game; not on TPF exhibitor list

    Help WantedMar 13, 2026
  • Swiss-based pinball manufacturer incorporated October 10, 2025; developing Resident Evil pinball machine

    A Resident Evil Pinball Rumor, and the Swiss Company Behind ItDec 18, 2025
  • Swiss-based startup developing Resident Evil pinball with multiple limited edition tiers; founded by repair/restoration business operators

    TWIPY voting closes tonight—and it's closeJan 20, 2026
  • Swiss startup rumored to release Resident Evil pinball in spring 2026; limited information available

    What Other Pinball Machines are Coming in 2026? Halo, Goonies, Back to the Future & More…Dec 26, 2025
  • New Swiss pinball manufacturer developing Resident Evil pinball game scheduled for March 2026

    Stern Pinball Reveals JAWS 50th Topper; More details on Potential New Pinball CompanyDec 23, 2025
  • New Swiss-based pinball manufacturer; three-person founding team with repair/restoration and manufacturing background; developing Resident Evil pinball

    TWIPYs Budget Problems with Colin + Resident Evil PinballJan 14, 2026
  • Swiss pinball manufacturer claiming 95% proprietary parts manufacturing; releasing Resident Evil in early 2026

    Episode 1170: "World Exclusive New Game Coming Early 2026"Dec 17, 2025