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The Pinball Factory

companyactive13 mentionsFirst seen Jul 12, 2005Last seen Dec 17, 2025

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  • factualhigh

    The Crocodile Hunter - Outback Adventure was to be The Pinball Factory's first game

    Source: Wayne Gillard statementSteve Irwin Dies
  • factualhigh

    The Pinball Factory received 612 pre-orders for Medieval Madness remake in the first three weeks

    Source: Pinball News60% Complete
  • factualhigh

    1,000 pre-orders are required for the Medieval Madness remake project to proceed to production

    Source: Pinball News60% Complete
  • factualhigh

    Medieval Madness won a community vote to determine which game would be manufactured first

    Source: March 5, 2006 announcement

Recent Mentions (14)

  • Industry event where Jack Renner reportedly shifted from Avatar to Harry Potter promotion (TPF)

    The Pinball Show Episode 186 BONUS: The Best Pinball Of 2025: The Pinball Show Awards WinnersDec 17, 2025
  • Melbourne-based pinball game manufacturer; was developing The Crocodile Hunter - Outback Adventure as its first game release

    Steve Irwin DiesSep 19, 2006
  • Rebranded Mr Pinball Australia after Williams deal; obtained rights to produce authentic Williams parts and remanufacture Williams/Bally games

    Review of the YearDec 23, 2005
  • Manufacturer of The Crocodile Hunter - Outback Adventure pinball machine

    Really on a FlyerNov 19, 2005
  • Competitor to IPB on Funhouse playfield reproduction; part of emerging competitive playfield reproduction market

    Playing the FieldOct 6, 2005
  • Previous operator of Bally/Williams parts distribution; criticized for clamping down on unlicensed parts; license now held by PPS

    Planetary Pinball SupplyOct 15, 2010

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One More Time?
  • factualhigh

    The Pinball Factory has the rights to remanufacture Bally games using the Bally name

    Source: March 5, 2006 announcementOne More Time?
  • predictionhigh

    Production is expected to take about six months if sufficient orders are received

    Source: March 5, 2006 announcementOne More Time?
  • factualhigh

    Medieval Madness would be made without the Williams logo due to licensing restrictions

    Source: March 5, 2006 announcementOne More Time?
  • predictionhigh

    The Crocodile Hunter - Outback Adventure is expected to be released in June or July 2006

    Source: March 5, 2006 announcementOne More Time?
  • factualhigh

    The Pinball Factory was able to sell original Williams parts after October 2005

    Source: Article statementAll Together Now
  • factualhigh

    The Crocodile Hunter - Outback Adventure is scheduled for release in 2006

    Source: Pinball News (November 19, 2005)Really on a Flyer
  • factualhigh

    The promotional flyer uses A4 sizing instead of US Letter format

    Source: Pinball News (November 19, 2005)Really on a Flyer
  • factualhigh

    Flyers will be available from TPF distributors very soon

    Source: Pinball News (November 19, 2005)Really on a Flyer
  • factualhigh

    The Pinball Factory introduced new forum section on former Williams pinball.com site after taking over the domain

    Source: Article statementPins and Parts
  • Wayne Gillard's pinball manufacturing company formed after acquisition of Williams patents and assets; operates parts reproduction and new game development (Crocodile Hunter); took over pinball.com domain and Williams intellectual property

    Pins and PartsJul 12, 2005
  • Melbourne-based pinball game remanufacturer announcing plans to remake Medieval Madness and Cactus Canyon

    One More Time?Mar 5, 2006
  • Pinball manufacturer developing their first game, Crocodile Hunter Outback Adventure

    On a FlyerNov 6, 2005
  • Former operating name for Mr. Pinball Australia; name will no longer be used following acquisition

    New Company Acquires Willaims RightsOct 13, 2010
  • Australian remake manufacturer announced Medieval Madness and Cactus Canyon remake projects; developing Crocodile Hunter with Steve Irwin theme

    Farewell to 2006Dec 30, 2006
  • Pinball parts and games manufacturer/distributor founded by Wayne Gillard

    Dealer DealsOct 4, 2005
  • Competitor gaining ability to sell original Williams parts after October 2005 license expiration

    All Together NowJan 31, 2006
  • Developer/producer of Medieval Madness remake project requiring 1,000 pre-orders

    60% CompleteMar 21, 2006