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Swords of Fury

gameactive53 mentionsFirst seen Mar 2, 2016Last seen Nov 21, 2025

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Swords of Fury is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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  • factualmedium

    Swords of Fury was originally viewed as a failure by Williams management and designers

    Source: KineticistReview: Williams Pinball Volume 7 on Pinball FX
  • opinionmedium

    Swords of Fury is a poor competitive game due to randomness in bonuses and mechanics

    Source: Kerry HardyCary Hardy - Episode 23
  • factualhigh

    Swords of Fury was released on June 24, 1988

    Source: Jared MorganSwords, Monsters, and Cab Mode
  • factualhigh

    Swords of Fury does not have pop bumpers, making it unusual among pinball machines

    Source: Chris Freebus and Jared Morgan

Recent Mentions (53)

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  • Classic Williams pinball game, Jon Hey has line on one for potential restoration

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Swords, Monsters, and Cab Mode
  • factualhigh

    Swords of Fury was designed by Steve Kirk and Tony Kramer, with art by Doug Watson and music by Brian Schmidt

    Source: Jared Morgan (research during podcast)Swords, Monsters, and Cab Mode
  • factualhigh

    Swords of Fury was the longest-playing game across all four tournaments at Free Play Florida

    Source: TomTriple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 10: We Couldn't Get Neil, But We Got His Dad
  • factualhigh

    Q58 transistor failure was the root cause of the Swords of Fury lamp matrix issue

    Source: Cary HardyThis Board Will Help You Diagnose Lamp Matrix Issues
  • factualhigh

    Swords of Fury smoke test was completed successfully after over a year of restoration work

    Source: Cary HardyJersey Jack's Guns n Roses Looks Amazing: Part 2
  • factualhigh

    Swords of Fury was released in 1988 with 2,700 units produced

    Source: Jared MorganChalk up, Lion Man
  • opinionmedium

    Swords of Fury would be a good addition to FarSight Season Six due to its multi-level playfield and distinctive sound design

    Source: Chris FrebusJarful, Meaty, Prickly, Pinball Discussion
  • Nov 27, 2019
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    Episode 97: History Lesson and Drew Has a Great Story Plus More!Apr 26, 2021
  • Drew mentions secondary market pricing ~$4,000; example of inflated vintage game prices

    Episode 88: No idea, I forgot to even post this... Way late. LolFeb 17, 2021
  • Pinball game; Drew's next acquisition target; considers it a 'keeper' game he would keep long-term

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  • Classic pinball machine available at Emporium on Divisadero; mentioned as reference point for classic game experience

    DropMix with Audrey & MPT3kDec 8, 2019
  • Pinball machine being restored; subject of multi-part video series

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Part 5Jul 15, 2020
  • Pinball machine being restored; subject of multi-part restoration video series

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Pinball PART 4May 7, 2020
  • Pinball machine being restored by Hardy; appears to be a Williams System 11B game (based on G.I. system references); non-functional when restoration began; has been sitting unused for ~20 years

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Pinball PART IIIJun 29, 2019
  • Williams pinball machine from 1988; subject of this restoration project; known for exceptional soundtrack and underrated gameplay

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Pinball Machine Part 1Apr 3, 2019
  • Pinball machine being restored by Hardy; subject of multi-part restoration series; sustained rodent damage requiring extensive backbox repairs

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords of Fury Pinball Part 2May 16, 2019
  • Classic pinball machine being restored; subject of multi-part video series documenting full restoration process

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Part VIOct 21, 2020
  • Pinball machine being restored; subject of hardtop installation demonstration; approximately 33 years old

    SDTM Cary Hardy: How To Install A Pinball Hardtop (Swords Of Fury)Oct 1, 2020
  • Classic pinball machine being restored across multi-part series; subject of this episode

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Part 8Feb 6, 2021
  • Classic pinball machine being restored by Cary Hardy; he has two identical machines to reference during work.

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Part 7Dec 14, 2020
  • Classic pinball machine being restored; identified as rare and underappreciated; features distinctive art, music, and playfield layout; subject of 2+ year restoration project by Cary Hardy

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury FinaleMay 15, 2021
  • Pinball machine from Cary's collection requiring flipper adjustments during levelness testing

    Are My Pinball Machines Even Level?Oct 7, 2018
  • Classic pinball machine owned by Cary Hardy; announced candidate for future hardtop installation and full restoration series

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  • Previously completed restoration project by Hardy; used as comparison for light panel condition assessment

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  • Pinball machine in Cary Hardy's collection used as example in voice control demonstrations

    Devices I Use to Power ON/OFF my Pinball MachinesDec 6, 2021
  • Classic pinball game; Cary Hardy completed restoration in 2021

    My 2021 Year End ReviewJan 1, 2022
  • Gottlieb pinball machine; Hardy's machine receiving mirrored backglass upgrade

    Swords of Fury Mirrored Backglass Unboxing and InstallFeb 14, 2022
  • Cary looking for topper but hasn't found one he considers good enough

    Answering Questions on the Test Stream...Nov 15, 2022
  • Classic pinball game referenced for visual design comparison to Pro model artwork

    Black Knight Sword of Rage Pinball: Full Reveal DiscussionMar 26, 2019
  • Williams pinball machine being restored; subject of diagnosis and repair work in this video

    This Board Will Help You Diagnose Lamp Matrix IssuesOct 26, 2020
  • Classic pinball machine Cary Hardy is restoring; recently completed smoke test after over a year of work

    Jersey Jack's Guns n Roses Looks Amazing: Part 2Oct 12, 2020
  • Pinball machine now filling the space vacated by Back to the Future in speaker's collection

    I Sold my Back to the Future Pinball MachineJul 5, 2020
  • Classic pinball game for which Hardy has obtained hardtops; subject of his Saving Swords of Fury restoration series

    Swords of Fury Hardtop UnboxingApr 1, 2020
  • Steve Ritchie-designed pinball machine in Cary's collection; shares two-playfield design and Brian Schmidt soundtrack with Black Knight 2000; referenced as aesthetic/thematic companion to incoming Black Knight

    So long Jack Bot and Welcome....Apr 3, 2020
  • Bally classic; described as 'wood chopping' game with left orbit spinner emphasis for Titan multiball; top Free Play score ~20-23 million; speaker scored 8-8.5 million

    Classic Pinball Machine Tournament Strategy and Breakdown - Free Play Florida 2021 (Ep.68)Dec 2, 2021
  • Classic pinball; referenced as comparison for Kong's upper left mini-playfield integration

    We Played King Kong at the Stern Factory!!Apr 28, 2025
  • Vintage pinball; basis for heavily modified Buffy custom game

    Episode 31 - TPF 2017 & National Videogame MuseumMar 27, 2017
  • 1988 Williams pinball classic; original game being updated

    LIONMAN! New Remake of Williams Swords of Fury In the WorksDec 24, 2022
  • Williams 1988 classic pinball table, next Bally Williams digital release for Pinball FX

    Zen Pinball Announces new Bally Williams Digital Release & MoreMay 26, 2022
  • System 11 classic machine mentioned as Season Six wishlist candidate; multi-level playfield with side-to-side shooting mechanics

    Jarful, Meaty, Prickly, Pinball DiscussionMar 2, 2016
  • 1988 Williams System 11 table, upcoming for Pinball Arcade Season 6 finale, 2,700 units produced

    Chalk up, Lion ManMar 6, 2017
  • Digital pinball table released by Farsight; recently updated with texture/polygon improvements; mini-playfield now functioning correctly

    Circuits and GapsMar 26, 2017
  • Williams pinball machine in beta on Pinball Arcade; features mini-flipper and complex playfield layout; has tuning issues being addressed before release; known for unintentional innuendo in sound callouts ('Here come the guards' / 'Cum')

    Here Cum Da GuardsMar 19, 2017
  • Referenced pinball table for comparison of diverter mechanics

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  • 1986 Williams pinball table designed by Steve Kirk; digital recreation reviewed here

    Review: Williams Pinball Volume 7 on Pinball FXMay 21, 2025
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    Pinball Pursuit Joins Me at The Flipper Room! | 360° League Night TourJul 5, 2025
  • Classic pinball game; bonded Ryan and Kevin; Ryan owned one that Kevin now possesses

    BDYETP 68: Opening a Pinball Venue, Weird Al Updates, The Next JJP, New Game ImpressionsMay 15, 2022
  • 1989 Atari System 11 pinball machine being placed at Bull Bar; features four flippers and unique multi-zone playfield

    Our Pinball Dreams Turn Into a Pinside Nightmare! =0Oct 9, 2025
  • Don's first tournament game; he came in third place with jitters

    Don’s First Tournament! | New Pinball Collective | DuneNov 21, 2025
  • Classic EM pinball game; identified as longest-playing game at Free Play Florida; played in Classics playoffs

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 10: We Couldn't Get Neil, But We Got His DadDec 3, 2021
  • Rare pinball machine that Kerry plans to restore next, notable for distinctive soundtrack and random bonus mechanics

    Cary Hardy - Episode 23Apr 4, 2024
  • Classic pinball game at Paul's home; praised for music and call-outs; lengthy gameplay; Paul's stated favorite classic title

    Episode 318: Paul EnglertOct 10, 2021
  • Rare 1980s Data East System 11 game; subject of Swords of Vengeance upgrade kit; has underutilized playfield and limited rules

    Episode 359: Anthony van Winkle of Paradigm TiltApr 6, 2023
  • 1988 Williams System 11 pinball machine designed by Steve Kirk and Tony Kramer, recently recreated by Zen with visual and audio enhancements

    Swords, Monsters, and Cab ModeMay 29, 2022