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Road Trip

gameactive14 mentionsFirst seen Jul 26, 2023Last seen Mar 17, 2026

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Road Trip is a game mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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Claims (12)

  • opinionhigh

    The game needs project management and outside design oversight from established designers like George Gomez or Eric Meunier

    Source: DonWanna go on a Road Trip?
  • factualhigh

    Road Trip's walrus toy is a $11.49 off-the-shelf placeholder intended to be replaced with a sea lion

    Source: DonWanna go on a Road Trip?
  • factualhigh

    The main ramp mechanism on Road Trip is too tight and steep, requiring full-strength shots to hit consistently

    Source: DonWanna go on a Road Trip?
  • opinionhigh

    Road Trip's playfield art and backglass visual design are unfinished and lack cohesion compared to premium games

Recent Mentions (14)

  • Ramps Pinball's first game, in development, targeted for production readiness by Q4 2026

    New Head-to-Head Pinball Is Finally Coming; Amusement Expo 2026; New Factory for a Known Pinball Manufacturer In The WorksMar 17, 2026
  • Upcoming game by Tilt Forums bob for mystery company; themed around road trip/convenience store; teaser shows three stand-up targets and lower playfield layout only

    DPP #67 "There's a problem at the Punny Factory!"Sep 8, 2023
  • Homebrew pinball machine by Ramps/Bob, features road/travel theme with cow targets, rotisserie mechanism, Golden Gate Bridge lock, early prototype stage

    Wanna go on a Road Trip?Feb 12, 2025
  • Rumored original-theme pinball by Tilt Bob Pinball; Kaneda expresses low confidence in success due to original IP in saturated market

    Episode 835: "Is Stern Turning Into Disney?"Aug 18, 2023
  • Ramps' first major pinball release; wide-body machine with rotating stepper motor diverters, proximity sensors, game engine display, custom music radio, road/city-themed playfield with cow drop targets

    Ramps: Road Trip Pinball, First Look!Feb 7, 2025
  • First commercial pinball machine by TiltBob Pinball; original theme four-flipper widebody with dual displays; debuting at Texas Pinball Festival March 2025

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Source: Don
Wanna go on a Road Trip?
  • factualhigh

    Road Trip uses FastBoards but has unknown coding team resources compared to Labyrinth

    Source: DonWanna go on a Road Trip?
  • opinionmedium

    If priced below $5,000, Road Trip could work as a novelty location machine

    Source: DonWanna go on a Road Trip?
  • factualmedium

    Road Trip pinball features a triple combo mechanic

    Source: Video commentarySneak Peek of Prototype Road Trip Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    Road Trip prototype has shot mechanics that can be hit and chained together

    Source: Video gameplay footageSneak Peek of Prototype Road Trip Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    Road Trip is a four-flipper widebody with original theme and couple of cool mechs

    Source: Bob NiesExclusive: Sneak Peek at TiltBob Pinball's Upcoming New Pinball Machine - Road Trip
  • factualhigh

    Road Trip will not reference any existing movies or pinball machines

    Source: Bob NiesExclusive: Sneak Peek at TiltBob Pinball's Upcoming New Pinball Machine - Road Trip
  • factualhigh

    Road Trip features a 27" high-end IPS Gaming Monitor in backbox and playfield display

    Source: Bob NiesExclusive: Sneak Peek at TiltBob Pinball's Upcoming New Pinball Machine - Road Trip
  • factualhigh

    No official production number or price point has been announced yet for Road Trip

    Source: Knapp ArcadeExclusive: Sneak Peek at TiltBob Pinball's Upcoming New Pinball Machine - Road Trip
  • Exclusive: Sneak Peek at TiltBob Pinball's Upcoming New Pinball Machine - Road TripSep 6, 2023
  • First pinball machine from TiltBob Pinball; four-flipper widebody with original theme, dual displays, trademarked title

    New Pinball Company Trademarks Its Name - And Theme of First GameJul 26, 2023
  • Original-theme homebrew machine in development by Tilt Bob Pinball; expected release later in 2022; features custom-built original mechanisms; will be showcased at major pinball show (unspecified)

    2022 Best Pinball Machine Homebrew DesignFeb 17, 2024
  • Prototype pinball machine by Ramp's Pinball Manufacturing being shown in development

    Sneak Peek of Prototype Road Trip Pinball MachineMar 7, 2024
  • New 500-unit boutique pinball game from Ramps Pinball (formerly Tilt Bob) featuring rotating turntable with pop bumpers and cow-tipping drop targets; debuting at Pinball at the Beach

    DPP #172 "Dragon's Fire! Road Trip!"Feb 7, 2025
  • Original theme wide-body game by Ramps Pinball Manufacturing; debuted at Pinball at the Beach in Florida; criticized for excessive half-ramps

    Episode 245 – How Am I Supposed To Live Without YouFeb 17, 2025
  • Upcoming pinball game from Tilt Bob's company; announced as next release after Elf

    Episode 213 – Energy VampireAug 25, 2023
  • Game from Ramps/Barrels that received constructive criticism at Pinball at the Beach; features cow drop target and rotating wire form mechanism; design evolution unclear

    Bonus Show #224Jan 8, 2026
  • Debut game from Rand Pinball Manufacturing, features raccoon-driven Bronco with product placement elements

    There's a new Pinball Manufacturer in town... Are you going on the Road Trip?Feb 5, 2025