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Rolling Stones

gameactive21 mentionsFirst seen Jul 2, 2015Last seen Apr 6, 2026

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Rolling Stones is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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  • factualhigh

    Rolling Stones at Margarita Island in Coney Island has had chronically non-functional flippers for 15 years

    Source: Benjamin FurigaAwesomeness
  • factualhigh

    Rolling Stones sold 5,700 units in February 1980

    Source: David DennisMoving Units Part 2 – The Class Of 1981
  • factualhigh

    Rolling Stones machine in semifinals was ruled malfunctioning with retroactive game disqualification after Raymond's ball

    Source: Raymond DavidsonEpisode 7 - New York City Pinball Championships
  • factualhigh

    The Rolling Stones malfunction involved optos affecting scoring and Mick Jagger tracking

Recent Mentions (21)

  • Classic machine at Margarita Island in Coney Island with chronic maintenance issues (weak/sticky flippers and plunger)

    AwesomenessApr 6, 2026
  • 2011 Stern Pinball game; third game Stern released that year alongside Transformers and Tron.

    The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 60 Bye Bye 2023 (1)Dec 24, 2023
  • Pinball machine criticized heavily for 'Mick on a stick' design flaw that blocks shots, Martin's most hated game, fixable with rule changes

    Episode 80 – Out Of OrderFeb 22, 2018
  • Modern pinball machine used in semifinal round that was ruled malfunctioning and retroactively disqualified

    Episode 7 - New York City Pinball ChampionshipsMay 21, 2019
  • Bally pinball machine from 1980; 5,700 units produced; designed by Jim Patla with art by Greg Frears; features Rolling Stones music and themed artwork

    #75 Bally Rolling Stones - The Classic Pinball PodcastFeb 9, 2022
  • Gottlieb 1980 game with exploitable saucer bonus mechanic, subject of code modification for bonus reset and multiplier fixes

    #79 RUSH to judgement - The Classic Pinball Podcast

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Source: Raymond Davidson
Episode 7 - New York City Pinball Championships
Mar 15, 2022
  • 1980 Bally pinball; May release; included on George's list of only three keeper-quality 1980 Bally games

    #57 Silverball Mania - The Classic Pinball PodcastJul 13, 2021
  • Pinball machine at Golf n Stuff lineup; playfield imagery (Mick Jagger) heavily affected by grime accumulation

    Tucson Pinball Podcast – Episode 67 – Disaster StrikesFeb 23, 2023
  • Stern pinball game by Sam Stern from revival era; streamer notes it's underrated

    Cactus Canyon (Bally 1998)Aug 28, 2019
  • Two Rolling Stones-themed pinball machines exist: an older game and a Stern version with Mick Jagger theme

    TRON LEGACY (Stern 2011) 06/29/15Jul 2, 2015
  • Bally classic (analyzed via virtual pin); strategy emphasizes bonus holdover collection (20k/40k/60k), rock target rollovers for multiplier, tap-pass mechanics

    Classic Pinball Machine Tournament Strategy and Breakdown - Free Play Florida 2021 (Ep.68)Dec 2, 2021
  • Classic pinball machine; favorite game of arcade founder Yuske Namba

    SILVER BALL PLANET PINBALL ARCADEJun 10, 2017
  • Rock band featured with Bally pinball machine (1980)

    PART OF THE MACHINE - ON TOURAug 3, 2020
  • Pinball game; playfields visible at Churchill factory

    CHURCHILL CABINET COMPANY TOURNov 4, 2016
  • Pinball machine designed by Jim Patla; licensed music IP title

    Ep 5 - Jim Patla (Chief Operating Officer)Aug 4, 2020
  • Stern music-themed pinball table; less sought-after than Metallica or AC/DC in collector community

    The Money ShotSep 13, 2016
  • Data East game; ranks #313 on Pinside all-time best games list; heavily criticized by community reviews

    happy saturday yo..where's the new pins? wonderful alice check..top/bottom 100 pinside check lets goDec 6, 2025
  • Bally rock-themed pinball from February 1980; 5,700 units; Greg Ferris artwork featuring the Rolling Stones band

    Moving Units Part 2 – The Class Of 1981Oct 16, 2020
  • Stern Pinball game; hosts discuss possibility of remake; original version rated as 'one of the most hated stern pinball games'

    The Pinball Show Ep 130: Into The Pini-VerseJun 20, 2023
  • 1980 Bally pinball; features Art by Greg Fraris; plays MIDI version of 'Satisfaction'; has wiggle posts

    Episode 68 - Band PinsFeb 3, 2025
  • 1980 Bally game; designed by Jim Patla; described as 'fun, easy' with simplified gameplay

    Episode 18 - The Susan B. Anthony Years / BallyFeb 19, 2024