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Revenge from Mars

gameactive48 mentionsFirst seen Feb 24, 2007Last seen Feb 17, 2026

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Revenge from Mars is a pinball game developed by Williams as part of the Pinball 2000 platform, designed by George Gomez and released immediately before Star Wars Episode I. It features a CRT monitor display and PC-based architecture using a Cyrix chip, incorporating innovative technology like the Pepper's Ghost effect. The game has become notable in the pinball community for its gameplay quality, accessibility to families, and has been the subject of extensive custom modifications and preservation efforts by enthusiasts.

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  • designedBrian AllenCreated custom translite and art blades for modified machinemedium
  • producesPinball 2000Revenge from Mars was developed as a game on the Pinball 2000 platformmedium
  • designedGeorge GomezGeorge Gomez designed Revenge from Mars at Williamsmedium
  • manufacturesWilliamsWilliams developed and produced Revenge from Mars as part of the Pinball 2000 platformmedium
  • affiliated_withPinball 2000

Facts

  • achievementSecond Pinball 2000 platform gamehigh
  • affiliationDeveloped at Williamshigh
  • attributeFamily-friendly gamehigh
  • attributeUsed Cyrix chip and PC-based architecturehigh
  • attributeFeatured CRT monitorhigh
  • attributePinball 2000 platform gamehigh
  • locationFeatured at Carmine's Pizza in Richardson, Texashigh
  • role

Claims (2)

  • factualhigh

    Revenge from Mars sold 6,878 units

    Source: David Dennis (Silver Ball Chronicles)Everything is Lit! Keith P Johnson and Jersey Jack Pinball
  • factualhigh

    Revenge from Mars successfully integrated screen without playfield layout restrictions

    Source: Cary HardyStranger Things Post Stream Thoughts

Recent Mentions (48)

  • Gottlieb Pin 2000 system game; smaller playfield; round one of tournament; host got 40 million for second place

    Tucson Pinball Podcast – Episode 70 – I Don’t Belong HereNov 12, 2023
  • Pinball 2000 title; graphics considered ahead of their time 20 years ago; example of platform potential

    Episode 43 - Evolution and Future of PinballMar 19, 2019
  • Pinball 2000 technology game being played in tournament, uses CRT monitor and Pepper's Ghost effect

    INDISC 2023 - The Open IFPA World Championship - QuarterfinalsDec 15, 2023
  • Pinball machine owned by Dwight Sullivan at home

    Pinball Heroes: Dwight SullivanFeb 21, 2009
  • Final Williams pinball game; featured Joe Dillon memorial in attract mode

    Roger Sharpe: What if Williams Pinball Stayed Intact?Aug 1, 2022
  • Pinball game; coded by Lyman Sheets; listed as major work in his portfolio

    For LymanJan 22, 2022
  • Retro pinball machine with integrated screen playfield; cited by Hardy as example of successful screen integration without layout restrictions

Contradictions

  • Existing: Revenge from Mars is described as a Pinball 2000 game in most sources (mentions 0, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 13)vsConflicting: Mentioned as a Bally machine in Episode 100 (mention 1) and grouped with Bally Williams in market data (mention 15)
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Revenge from Mars was produced immediately before Star Wars Episode I (mention 7)vsConflicting: Episode 89 states it was the 'First Pinball 2000 platform game, developed concurrently with SW:E1'
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Revenge from Mars was the first Pinball 2000 platform game (Episode 89)vsConflicting: Episode 16 references 'Bally Williams up 4%' suggesting ambiguous manufacturer attribution
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026

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Revenge from Mars is a game in the Pinball 2000 platform
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  • works_atAdam RhineAdam Rhine worked extensively on 3D graphics for Revenge from Marsmedium
  • works_atKeith JohnsonKeith Johnson programmed two modes and bonus content for Revenge from Marsmedium
  • works_atLyman SheatsLyman Sheats worked on Revenge from Mars at Williamsmedium
  • affiliated_withStar Wars Episode IRevenge from Mars was developed concurrently with Star Wars Episode I and released immediately before itmedium
  • designedGreg FerrisOriginal artist for Pinball 2000 cabinet side artwork and intro storyboardsmedium
  • Programming work by Keith Johnson on two modes and bonus content
    high
  • roleDesigned by George Gomezhigh
  • roleSystems work handled by Tom Ubanhigh
  • role3D graphics work by Adam Rhinehigh
  • statusUsed as donor playfield and software base for modificationshigh
  • statusSubject of extensive custom modification and cabinet transplantationhigh
  • Stranger Things Post Stream ThoughtsDec 24, 2019
  • Williams Pinball 2000 machine with hologram projection technology; paired comparison with Phantom Menace

    Fall of the Empire - Star Wars Pinball ReactionSep 18, 2025
  • 1999 Williams WP2K sci-fi pinball game; Keith Johnson's first pinball programming credit; sold 6,878 units

    Silverball Chronicles Ep 29: Everything is Lit! Keith P Johnson and Jersey Jack PinballMar 31, 2023
  • Pinball 2000 platform title; supports Jim Askey's online tournament system

    Pinball 2000 NewsJul 28, 2009
  • Pinball machine featured in 'Pinball thru the Ages' historical display section

    PLAY EXPO BLACKPOOL 2018Oct 27, 2018
  • Bally, 1999 pinball machine; located at Arpino Orthodontics in excellent condition, set to free play

    PINSPOTTING: HERE AND THERE - JANUARY 2019Jan 16, 2019
  • Pinball 2000 title owned by both Chuck Hess and Don Weingarden; inspired creation of Nucore due to concern about hardware failure

    NucoreMay 28, 2008
  • Production Pinball 2000 machine; original operating system incompatible with modern hardware

    NUCORE RETURNSAug 22, 2017
  • Last Bally pinball machine; featured Greg Freres' work

    Greg Freres Joins Stern Pinball Team as Game DesignerSep 4, 2012
  • Williams Pinball 2000 game that serves as the platform for the networked tournament system

    Et Phones HomeMay 15, 2008
  • Classic Williams pinball game; announced in development pipeline for 3D translite from Pinball Dreams

    3D TRANSLITEApr 11, 2016
  • One of two released Pinball 2000 games; had mode-heavy design criticized for allowing up-the-middle play

    Rare Pictures of Never Produced Williams Pinball 2000 Concept Games...Star Trek, Defender & MoreJan 25, 2023
  • Pinball 2000 title by Williams; multiple working machines and prototype playfields are part of Rockland's inventory

    PINBALL AND ARCADE SWAP MEET: Rockland Pinball - Nanuet, NY (September 2021)Sep 26, 2021
  • Bally Pinball 2000 machine (1999); author notes both Pinball 2000 games displayed consecutively at venue

    ARCADE REPORT: Richmond Pinball Collective - Richmond, VA (July 2021)Aug 21, 2021
  • Pinball 2000 machine; Jared initially disliked, later appreciated after understanding screen focus mechanic

    Drop a Rotary In ItApr 13, 2016
  • First game in the Pinball 2000 platform; Star Wars Episode I was a conversion kit option for this machine

    Past Times Pinball History Ep 31: Star Wars - Episode 1Nov 13, 2024
  • Praised example of Gomez rule set philosophy; requires completing nine modes to destroy Mars; designed with mini-wizard and final wizard progression.

    Ep 29: Life Lessons from Kiddie Gambling GamesMar 6, 2020
  • Williams pinball game designed by Lyman Sheets; game that inspired Josh Roop's passion for modern pinball

    Ep 159: Lyman's Legacy with Penni Epstein, Roger, Josh, and Zach SharpeJan 28, 2025
  • 1999 pinball receiving 2019 code version 2.0 update after 20 years; includes new hurry features and championship tracking

    Pinball Industry News: December 2018 Re-capJan 2, 2019
  • Williams/Pinball 2000 (1999); unlicensed sequel to Attack from Mars; sold 6,900 units at higher price point during industry collapse

    Episode 79 - Licensed ThemesApr 21, 2025
  • Gomez game he's satisfied with; wouldn't change significantly

    Episode 259: George GomezMay 16, 2020
  • Pinball 2000 platform game in Jerry's collection

    Episode 190: Jerry BernardApr 19, 2019
  • Williams Pinball 2000 sci-fi themed game (Jan 1999); 6,878 units sold; Keith's first wizard mode; sequel to Attack from Mars

    Everything is Lit! Keith P Johnson and Jersey Jack PinballMar 31, 2023
  • Pinball 2000 game; Gomez's highest-selling game with 6,878 units sold

    The Architect – George Gomez Part 2Oct 15, 2022
  • Williams Pinball 2000 game; Cengiz acquired this via trade, which became foundation for WWE Wrestling LE acquisition; demonstrates cross-era collecting patterns.

    We Are Pinball #8 "Summer Slam!"Aug 20, 2024
  • First Pinball 2000 platform game, developed concurrently with SW:E1, praised as superior alternative to SW:E1

    Episode 89 - Die on this Hill: Star Wars Episode OneJun 30, 2025
  • Bally Williams up 4%, low-to-mid fours

    This Month's Pinball Market June 2025Jun 4, 2025
  • Game for which caller sought Hyperthin Cliffy Protector

    TOPCast 7: Tech showFeb 24, 2007
  • Pinball 2000 game developed at Williams where Keith programmed two modes and bonus content

    TOPCast 63: Keith JohnsonNov 2, 2008
  • Williams pinball game that Sheets worked on

    TOPCast 50: Lyman SheatsSep 12, 2007
  • Pinball game designed by Gomez at Williams; part of Pinball 2000 platform

    TOPCast 40: George GomezJun 10, 2007
  • Pinball 2000 game; Rhine worked extensively on 3D graphics; Rhine purchased a unit as parting gift from Williams; complex animation development with Greg Ferris storyboards

    TOPCast 28: Adam RhineApr 18, 2007
  • Pinball 2000 game; Uban handled systems work; George Gomez designed

    TOPCast 24: Tom UbanApr 8, 2007
  • Pinball 2000 game that was the subject of extensive custom modification and transplantation into a modern cabinet

    You've NEVER Seen A Revenge From Mars Pinball Machine Like This!Oct 23, 2025
  • Pinball 2000 series game, produced immediately before Star Wars Episode 1

    Never seen before 1 of 1 Prototype Star Wars Episode one White Wood Playfield!Oct 1, 2025
  • Original game from Pinball 2000 system being modified; donor playfield and software base for project

    Hyper PollingOct 24, 2025
  • Pinball 2000 game using Pepper's Ghost effect technology cited as precedent

    DPP #210 "Winchester Mystery Game!"Oct 14, 2025
  • Pinball 2000 game using Cyrix chip and PC-based architecture; featured at Carmine's Pizza in Richardson, Texas; Robert enthusiastically played despite not understanding references

    EP12 Robert TerryJan 12, 2026
  • Pinball 2000 title around which Shannon quit competitive pinball for ~25 years

    EP07 Shannon StaffordDec 1, 2025
  • Pinball 2000 game; featured CRT monitor; George Gomez appeared on stream related to this game

    Dirty Pool Podcast Ep06 – Chad The Bird Loves Worms and PinballJun 4, 2025
  • Colin's second machine, family-friendly, enjoyed by wife and children

    Episode 52 – How to win Pinburgh with Colin MacAlpineJul 16, 2018
  • Bally machine; defeated by Tales of Arabian Nights in bracket voting 88-19

    Episode 100 – The 3 StoogesJul 15, 2019
  • Existing: Game is from Williams (implied throughout by context: George Gomez at Williams, developed at Williams)
    vs
    Conflicting: Episode 100 describes it as a 'Bally machine'
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 3, 2026