Kingpin is a pinball game with a complex and fragmented history spanning multiple manufacturers and design iterations. Originally a Capcom title from the early 2000s designed by Mark Ritchie with artwork by Stan Fukuoka, it saw only 3-4 prototypes produced before rights were transferred. The game was later revived by Circus Maximus using P-Rock emulation technology for a 2018 remake attempt, and has been referenced in recent years as both a failed remake example and a game praised by the pinball community. The title's production status remains unclear with multiple unfinished revival attempts.
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All U.S. Trademarks for Kingpin have expired except one held by a Netherlands-based gentleman
Kingpin was designed by Mark Ritchie who also designed Indiana Jones and Fish Tales
Circus Maximus is currently attempting to remake and produce Capcom's Kingpin
Kingpin is a Capcom game with only a couple produced; rarely seen outside of California Extreme
Unreleased Capcom prototype from 1996; rumored to be remade by Circus Maximus with alternative artwork by Dave Christensen; features spinners and crisscross ramps
Remake rumored/discussed; Dennis states definitively it will NOT be released by end of year
Pinball dealer; advertising discounted Galactic Tank Force ($500 off MSRP) with no sales for months
Capcom pinball machine; Gene planning to remake with new boards; estimated 300+ playfields needed; project would sideline other work for ~6 months.
Early 1970s Gottlieb machine being restored by Dave with John's rotisserie
Distributor from Baraboo, Wisconsin (Wisconsin Dells area); supplies games to major locations; sold Don fresh-off-factory Jaws Pro on January 31st
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Classic game being remade; mentioned as example of announced-but-undelivered projects
Capcom rare pinball game being remade by Circus Maximus; announced March 2018 for TPF availability and late 2018/early 2019 production; project now declared officially dead after 5+ years in development with no updates.
Williams pinball game that Gene Cunningham considered remaking after Big Bang Bar using remaining Capcom inventory parts; ultimately not produced due to cost of remanufacturing driver boards
Classic Capcom pinball game being remade/worked on by Circus Maximus; discussed as potential remake with interest from community; original known for linear gameplay
Game featured in tournament; mentioned in previous podcast episode; well-maintained game in collection
1973 Gottlieb machine, John Day's first pinball experience as a child at Zayers. Restored and remains one of his favorite daily-play machines.
Upcoming/in-production pinball machine to be manufactured by Planetary Pinball through partnership with Circus Maximus
Gottlieb game; Pin Up is its Add-a-Ball equivalent
Major pinball distributor with long waiting lists; one of Don's prior waitlist sources
Capcom arcade pinball machine, extremely rare production, played via Visual Pinball in VR
Jersey Jack Pinball machine designed by Eric Minger
Pinball machine used by Dirty Donnie and Wade Krause for custom build project around 2005-2006
Capcom pinball machine cited by LTG :) as his favorite game ever made
Pinball distributor with long waiting lists; Don was on year-long wait list
#10 most overrated; Capcom game being remade by Circus Maximus; hosts note original commands $15,000-$20,000
Remake of original Capcom Kingpin with only 8 units made; on display with updated playfield and ramp features
Bowling film referenced as comparison for score-bragging behavior; host compares pinball player behavior to movie character
Capcom pinball machine (only several built, all in USA); subject of Tom's parallel homebrew project converting from Capcom Break Shot with Flipper Football parts; to be displayed at Dutch Pinball Open
Pinball distributor cited by Michael W. as exemplary for warranty support beyond standard terms
Capcom Pinball design with Stan Fukuoka artwork; never manufactured despite plans by Illinois Pin Ball and Circus Maximus team
Capcom original pinball game; Circus Maximus remake project cancelled; U.S. trademarks expired except one held by Netherlands collector; community members working on code documentation
Rare Capcom pinball machine (9 units produced) designed by Mark Ritchie; subject of remake efforts
1996 Capcom pinball machine designed by Mark Ritchie; subject of Circus Maximus remake and homebrew builds
Classic Capcom pinball game being remade by Circus Maximus, confirmed as active project
Capcom pinball machine remake in active development by Circus Maximus; production optimization underway
Capcom pinball game (1996) designed by Mark Ritchie; basically never produced; being remade by Circus Maximus
1996 Capcom pinball machine designed by Mark Ritchie; only 9 units produced; subject of remake attempt by Circus Maximus announced 2018
Virtual pinball cabinet by Bespoke Arcades featuring Xbox Kinect perspective-shifting, customizable upgrades, RGB lighting, full vibration kit
Rare Capcom pinball game, extremely uncommon outside of museum/show settings
Capcom licensed IP rumored for DPX; likely second game after Alice in Wonderland or competing with Big Bang Bar
Pinball title; trademark expired from Circus Maximus in Georgia; hosts suspect Dutch Pinball acquired it
Spooky Pinball game prioritized over Circus Maximus; known for strong flow and flipping mechanics
Capcom pinball machine referenced for ramp spinner feature that influenced Barry O's design
Circus Maximus remake of original Capcom game designed by Mark Ritchie in mid-1990s; prototype built using parts from California collector; running on P-ROC; new LEDs and wiring
Gottlieb game; playfield reproduced by Wade Cross and painted by Dirty Donnie
Capcom pinball game with Stan's artwork; limited test run that did not reach final production; Gene Cunningham considering remake
Mark Richie's design at Capcom Pinball; described as 'great' game to own in pinball community
Clark's first designed game, produced early 1962; preceded by experimental whitewoods
Local Wisconsin distributor serving Kickback Bar and IO Arcade; appears to place LE games at locations quickly
Wisconsin-based distributor handling 20 Beetlejuice show games for Texas Pinball Festival; games already sold out since launch day
Referenced game; current status/location unclear; production uncertainty noted
Game with Mark Richie voice work; Chris Shipman was mechanic; mentioned as 'great' game to own
Remake mentioned as failed example
Chicago Gaming Company game; steep ramps, basic code, multiple bugs, $7-8K price range, unlimited run except Ali version
Classic Capcom pinball being revived by Circus Maximus using P-Rock emulation; debuting at TPF; 2018 shipping target
Capcom title; meant to release after Big Bang Bar; only 3-4 prototypes produced; rights later transferred
Proposed remake by unknown designer; shown as prototype at TPF; never entered production; designer reportedly lacked knowledge of production path forward
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