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Big Guns

gameactive12 mentionsFirst seen Aug 29, 2007Last seen May 4, 2026

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Big Guns is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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    Big Guns is one of the very few symmetrical pinball playfield designs

    Source: ErikaFrom Golden State to Reddit | Ep 2. : Audio Only
  • factualhigh

    Big Guns pinball machine was designed by Mark Ritchie and features one of the few symmetrical playfields

    Source: EricaFrom Golden State to Reddit | Ep 2. : Audio Only

Recent Mentions (10)

  • Vintage pinball game cited alongside Black Knight as using captive ball units

    Episode 118 – Celtic RootsNov 25, 2019
  • Williams pinball machine, designed by Mark Ritchie; original IP with symmetrical playfield; Erika's second machine, purchased to make short film; inspired her discovery of Golden State Pinball Festival

    From Golden State to Reddit | Ep 2. : Audio OnlyMay 4, 2026
  • Pinball machine with symmetrical playfield, designed by Mark Ritchie; Erika purchased it with intent to create short film

    From Golden State to Reddit | Ep 2.May 3, 2026
  • Mark Ritchie design featuring catapult mechanics and science fiction castle theme; designed around catapult component; featured complex mechanical elements requiring significant backbox height.

    TOPCast 49: Mark RitchieAug 29, 2007
  • Williams System 11 solid-state machine; featured rare points tie during women's tournament

    SDTM Competitive Pinball: 2019 Pincinnati Pinball Matchplay TournamentNov 25, 2019
  • Classic pinball game referenced as design inspiration for wire form mechanics with cannons launching balls

    My First Thoughts on American Pinball's Hot Wheels

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Mar 11, 2020
  • Williams DMD game; Mark Ritchie design; Franchi's daughter adopted as favorite game; features unique mechanics and back-glass apparatus

    The Super Awesome Pinball Show - S 01 - E 04Jan 30, 2020
  • Williams System 11 pinball table; featured in Brisbane tournament; no pop bumpers, dual catapults, hidden skill shot lane; ~2M score benchmark

    Who's The Aussie?Aug 11, 2019
  • Mark Ritchie game with completely symmetrical playfield, four flippers, Python artwork; initially overlooked by Alex but appreciated after playing well-maintained example

    Episode 2 - The Ritchie Brothers Steve vs. MarkOct 30, 2023
  • Mark Ritchie and Python Angelo design; features experimental timer-based sound effects; Granner self-critical of high score tune's repetitive structure

    Episode 97 - The Music of Chris Granner w/ Chris GrannerAug 25, 2025