Pirates of the Caribbean is a widebody pinball machine manufactured by Jersey Jack Pinball, released in 2018 and designed by Eric Meunier. Based on the Disney film franchise, it features innovative mechanical elements including spinning discs (initially triple-disc, later reduced to single-disc), rocking upper playfield, extensive ball-interactive toys, and character selection mechanics. The game has maintained strong secondary market value and is considered one of JJP's most iconic releases, though it faces criticism for production issues, missing video assets, and artificial scarcity driving inflated collector prices.
Pirates of the Caribbean has a widely recognized ramp motor shipping mechanism problem that is difficult and time-consuming to repair
Pirates of the Caribbean is the only Jersey Jack game selling above MSRP on secondary market
Pirates of the Caribbean originally had a triple spinning disc feature that was removed
Pirates of the Caribbean only recently received full wizard mode code completion
Jersey Jack Pinball machine in collection; heavily customized with toppers, octopus, ladder, and other modifications
Jersey Jack Pinball machine designed by Eric Meunier, theme based on Disney film franchise, subject of donated original production molds
Jersey Jack Pinball machine used as historical comparison; went from $12,500 CE availability to $40,000 secondary market during COVID due to production cessation
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody, discussed in context of secondary market pricing, CE variant listed at $50k asking price in Australia
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Menear, referenced as example of non-fast-playing game
Williams/Stern game with notably long ball times; Keith won tournament against John Cosmo in finals
[Triage: There were multiple Pirates of the Caribbean pinball games released at different times—an earlier version existed by 2007, and Jersey Jack Pinball released a new version in 2018, representing a temporal progression rather than a conflict.]
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Pirates of the Caribbean (2018) cost $8,500 at launch and is now commanding premium secondary market prices
Pirates of the Caribbean (Jersey Jack) machines sell for $30,000-$34,000 on secondary market
Pirates of the Caribbean Scorebit update is still in beta testing and awaiting Disney license approval
The plunder mechanic allows players to steal gold and balls from opponents during multiplayer games
Character selection (Barbossa, Pintel, Blackbeard, and others) determines unique mechanical benefits
The game features an LCD display that shows the highest-scoring shot available at any moment
The game has observable scratches on the playfield glass that may require replacement
Pirates of the Caribbean allows stacking of multiple multiballs simultaneously
The machine has multiple multiball modes including Tortuga, Curse of the Black Pearl, World's End, and Dead Man Tell No Tales
The lowest difficulty setting for plunder is called 'Snowflake'
Playing modes too early can lock out multiball if player is trying to complete multiball objectives
Character selection to At World's End wizard mode requires hitting pirate target 20 times
Norrington character shot values are reduced to approximately half or quarter normal values
Barbossa character with Deadman Tell No Tales wizard mode generated 90 million point single shot
Pirates of the Caribbean has multiple wizard modes (at least 4) with At World's End being the final/ultimate wizard mode
At World's End wizard mode contains exactly 9 shots
Score level multiplier on wizard mode shots is calculated as base value times score level
Spinner shot removal of active shot multiplier is a gameplay mechanic, not a bug
Six to seven players in Pirates of the Caribbean qualifying failed to break 40,000 points
Pirates of the Caribbean design philosophy emphasizes player discovery and surprise ball manipulations
Pirates of the Caribbean was an unexpected sleeper hit when released
Pirates of the Caribbean prototype featured a triple mast/triple wheel in the middle with opening/closing chest caps
Pirates of the Caribbean's ruleset design allows simultaneous execution of multiple game rules and modes
Pirates of the Caribbean at Titanic's arcade was recently repaired and is back in operation
Pirates of the Caribbean has six multiballs total: one for each of five movies plus two gold-collection-based Tortuga multiballs
The yellow jackpot in Pirates of the Caribbean is extremely difficult to achieve, with only 2 successful attempts across hundreds of plays
Pirates of the Caribbean's final wizard mode (Curse of the Black Pearl) is not yet implemented in current code version (.99)
Pirates has six total multiballs - one per movie plus Tortuga
Pirates of the Caribbean wizard mode has not been programmed yet
No stream has gotten past two wizard modes without beating them both
James Norrington is the best character for getting through chapters
Tia Dalma is the best character for pursuing wizard mode
Tortuga multiball costs escalate from 50 gold initially to 100, 150, 200 gold
Pirates of the Caribbean players are achieving ~$1,000 profit flipping machines after 6 months of ownership
Pirates of the Caribbean is commanding $1,500+ premiums over asking price on secondary market
Pirates of the Caribbean does not include Johnny Depp likeness or movie clips due to incomplete licensing
Pirates of the Caribbean won multiple Twipy Awards
Pirates of the Caribbean includes a USB dongle for game updates
Lighting all five chapters provides 3x multiplier on chapter scores
Pirates of the Caribbean contains 125 playable modes
At World's End wizard mode is accessed by hitting all nine major shots
The game provides visual assistance in the form of faint red blinking on the final required shot
Dead Man's Chest multiball can be lit during At World's End wizard mode progression
The fork mechanism in the prototype did not function reliably and was disabled in favor of a virtual lock system for production
Pirates of the Caribbean uses 5V RGB LED lighting eliminating need for custom 4V power supplies, utilizing standard commercial ATX power supplies instead
Pirates of the Caribbean is based on five Pirates of the Caribbean movies, each with its own wizard mode
The prototype uses a three-ring assembly for the spinning mate mechanism, while production versions use a single spinning disc
Pirates of the Caribbean is the first wide-body game using the new cabinet design standardized after Dialed In!
Pirates of the Caribbean had core gameplay features removed between prototype and production
Pirates of the Caribbean was originally scheduled for Q1 2018 release
Pirates of the Caribbean costs $9,500
Pirates of the Caribbean has had long lines throughout festival weekend
Pirates of the Caribbean Collector's Edition will feature one-piece Davy Jones playfield sculpt
Pirates of the Caribbean is a commercial hit based on player reception and crowd enthusiasm
Jersey Jack Pinball Pirates of the Caribbean costs approximately $5,000 more than Stern Pirates
Pirates of the Caribbean has a magical quality to it similar to Disney movies
Pirates of the Caribbean exhibits significantly worse power delivery and performance in hotel vendor halls compared to seminar rooms
POTC features character selection with at least four selectable characters including Angelica
Gold collection is a primary gameplay objective in POTC
POTC includes playfield toys representing Pirates of the Caribbean film elements
Pirates of the Caribbean had a generously set tilt mechanism that was fortunate for casual players
Pirates of the Caribbean requires basic maintenance due to dirty playfield and malfunctioning features
Pirates of the Caribbean pricing is set at 50 cents per game or five games for two dollars
Pinball machine with custom shooter rod mod by JJ_LP featuring individual artistic wooden designs.
Jersey Jack Pinball game; highly collectible with secondary market prices of $20k-40k; compared unfavorably to Sharky's Shootout by hosts.
Stern pinball machine; example of high-priced secondary market machine ($38,000 mentioned)
JJP widebody pinball machine; subject of unboxing event; praised as best game by JJP across multiple speakers
Jersey Jack Pinball game with unfinished code; highly overvalued on secondary market at $26,000-$32,500; criticized for lack of movie assets and overreliance on rarity
Jersey Jack Pinball game; finished fourth in Pinside poll despite not being shipped; example of successful marketing without availability
Jersey Jack Pinball title; progress update featured in Head to Head Pinball interview with Eric Munier; scheduled for Texas Pinball Festival demo
Jersey Jack Premium; rare/desirable; secondary market flipping target; referenced in pricing discussion
Stern Pinball title; designed by Eric M.; features complex rule set with thousands of choices; interviewed designer on Head to Head Podcast
Jersey Jack Pinball premium title with complex rule set; 22 character lanes; priced around $9,500; designed for home collectors
Bolted machine in Dr. John's collection; unlikely to recover if sold due to rarity/desirability
Referenced as one of Kevin's favorite games
Referenced as unoffensive but weak theme that still achieved success through game quality; comparison point for Avatar's theme problem
Stern pinball machine owned by Mike; his preferred machine for competition against strong players
Jersey Jack game cited as benchmark for mechanical complexity and upper playfield features
Jersey Jack release (~6 years old); last JJP game with 'killer mech' according to Kaneda; benchmark against which recent JJP releases are judged unfavorably
Jersey Jack game; features gun shooter handle mod; has half-soft plunge skill shot and complex ruleset; criticized for oversized shooter affecting gameplay
Jersey Jack Pinball title receiving new code update to increase game depth
Rumored next Jersey Jack Pinball title; existing Stern version already on market; rumor suggests JJP licensing may block Stern from other Disney titles
Jersey Jack game desired by Retro Ralph but difficult to acquire, expensive on secondary market due to prototype history
Stern pinball from ~20 years ago; Don uses as reference for D&D's scope—featured back battle area, articulating ship, upper playfield, ramps
Jersey Jack Pinball title; comparison benchmark for theme integration and toy count vs. Godfather
Jersey Jack release; did not capture same enthusiasm from Enzo as Elton John or Avatar despite strong mechanical design
Stern release that took 6 years for final wizard mode code completion; cited as example of post-sale development
Jersey Jack game that scaled back ambitious features (chest opening, spinning discs) for reliability; reportedly would sell 500+ units if re-produced
Jersey Jack Pinball game; had three spinning discs in original design, reduced to one; debated regarding randomness and competitive play implications
Jersey Jack Pinball title; production halted; secondary market active with players flipping units for ~$1,000 profit after 6 months
Older game; referenced by Kaneda as containing significantly more playfield content/complexity than modern Elton John despite lower price point
Eric Menier JJP game used as benchmark for superior 3D world design and mechanical depth vs Godfather
Jersey Jack Pinball game limited to 1,000 LE units; experienced design changes (concentric rings reduced, chest simplified) generating community backlash; now appreciating on secondary market above new price
Stern release; year-long wait impacted hype; competing for second position in Twippies; market delayed its shine slightly
Jersey Jack Pinball title in development; removed concentric ring mechanism for reliability; designer Eric Mounier states it's close to shipping as of this episode
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Meunier and coded by Keith Johnson; wide-body machine with upper playfield, five flippers, spinners, saucers, and treasure chest feature; experienced production delays and high secondary market prices
Jersey Jack Pinball game; first units recently confirmed shipped to production; multiple tier releases planned
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; first production units shipping imminently
Stern Pinball game designed/coded by Dwight Sullivan
Referenced as heavily 'packed' game for comparison to Harry Potter's mechanical complexity
Jersey Jack Pinball machine designed by Eric Meunier; in production/shipping phase; Disney-licensed IP
Jersey Jack Pinball title, production ending March 2025, pulled early despite positive reception to make room for Wizard of Oz
Jersey Jack Pinball game lacking full licensing (no Johnny Depp, movie clips); became cult classic commanding $1,500+ premiums despite limitations
Jersey Jack Pinball (JJP) game that experienced appreciation resurgence as supply becomes scarce; game coming off production line
Jersey Jack pinball game; experiencing playfield quality issues with posts
Jersey Jack's prior wide-body game; mentioned as contrast to Wonka's narrow body design
Eric Meunier-designed Jersey Jack pinball game featuring plundering/steal mechanics
Eric Minier's first major design effort at Jersey Jack; lead designer; well-received game.
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; extremely high secondary market demand (five figures); no more production runs planned; contains hidden Disney Mickeys in artwork
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Minier; initially heavily criticized but later gained appreciative audience
Jersey Jack title; initially had three discs that were removed during development; formerly highly sought after; expensive on secondary market
Jersey Jack Pinball title criticized by Zach for weak execution (limited modes, no actors, no call-outs); playfield design praised but gameplay disappointing despite initial hype.
Jersey Jack wide-body pinball machine; high secondary market value ($30,000+ for LE); licensing status uncertain due to Johnny Depp involvement
Jersey Jack Pinball game; played in City Champ quarterfinals; Raymond won first place using Super X scoring strategy
Referenced as example of pinball game with massive rulesets that may be impossible to complete
JJP pinball machine with complex mechs, Scott had it on loan and found the code too deep
Referenced as having tilt warnings displayed on playfield
Jersey Jack pinball machine present in main tournament bank at INDISC 2019
Williams pirate-themed pinball game; contains easter egg where player can fight Black Rose if far enough in game; competitive comparison point to Black Rose
Jersey Jack pinball machine used as design philosophy reference for how Harry Potter machine could be structured
Jersey Jack Pinball machine, described as rare with ~1,000 units produced, featured at Reno Pinball Underground and other select locations.
Jersey Jack Pinball title mentioned as having 70 volt slingshot coils
Referenced for the sinking ship experience moment that creates memorable pinball experiences.
Jersey Jack title; 2500-piece limited edition Kraken topper sold out in hours via Elite Pinball Toppers
Jersey Jack Pinball machine being streamed; features Disney IP theme, complex ruleset with characters, multiballs, plunder mechanics, and LCD guidance
Pinball machine at Titanic's venue, recently back up and running after repairs
Jersey Jack Pinball premium machine; features Rockin' Ship mechanical element, 125 modes, and complex wizard mode structure
Upcoming Jersey Jack Pinball release mentioned as 'almost definitely' in production; subject of significant community excitement
Eric Meunier-designed Jersey Jack Pinball machine with swaying ship mechanism; referenced as having distinctive aesthetic compared to Harry Potter
Jersey Jack game discontinued; licensing would need to be re-acquired for future production; experiencing high secondary market pricing
Stern game; used as analogy for community complaints about missing final Wizard Mode (6 years of complaints, but few players reach it)
Jersey Jack Pinball game referenced for multi-film franchise integration approach
Jersey Jack 2018 release; identified as game-of-year contender with strong gameplay and theme
Jersey Jack premium title; removed spinning rings for reliability in route locations; prototype shown at Golden State Pinball Festival
Jersey Jack Pinball game; Kaneda suggests another run would test if demand is genuine or artificial scarcity
Jersey Jack Pinball title; Pat Lawler removed triple spinning map according to Kaneda
Jersey Jack title; used in mechanical comparison with Godfather; Kaneda argues it has superior toys/interactive features
JJP classic; 1,000 total units, 200 CEs; packed with mechanics; secondary market benchmark for value retention; Kaneda uses as comparison to Elton John
Historical example cited as maintaining market value due to limited production (1,000 total units); contrast to modern overproduction
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; 1,000-unit limited production; historically commanded $12,000+ prices; suggested as candidate for re-release to restore brand prestige
Collector's Edition with only ~200 units produced but frequently appearing in secondary market; listed at $29,500-$33,800
Jersey Jack game that was not remade; Chris cites this restraint as positive contrast to Stern's remake strategy
Jersey Jack title; Kaneda recommends JJP rerun this high-demand game; Disney holding renewal until 2023; potential strategy for JJP recovery.
Jersey Jack machine; complex rules; charges $2/play at some locations; subject of extended Kaneda podcast rant; beautiful but expensive for casual play
New Jersey Jack Pinball machine with 21 playable characters, upper rocking playfield, button-activated gold collection; prices $8,500-$12,500
Pre-COVID game used as benchmark for fuller content and features
Stern pinball game cited by Kaneda as example of loaded mechanical design with impressive upper playfield mechanics
Jersey Jack Pinball game; sold as LE for ~$9,000 with substantial mechanical content; used as reference point for pricing fairness debate
Earlier Jersey Jack game referenced as having more physical content than recent releases
JJP game; example of incomplete asset licensing (missing full actor voices/music)
Historic JJP title; rarity/value referenced; no future production due to licensor conflict
Prior Jersey Jack Pinball game Kaneda identifies as using the same center wheel mechanism now appearing in Toy Story 4.
Previous JJP title with strong ongoing demand; Kaneda suggests remaking it if Godfather fails
JJP game with initially high hype but plagued by delayed playfield issues and multiball-heavy gameplay; received no final code update despite 20+ months of ownership
Referenced for superior ship toy design (ship rocks back and forth with detail) compared to Jaws orca upper playfield
Jersey Jack game with upper playfield mentioned as example of mechanical innovation
Jersey Jack Pinball release; cited as example of fair pricing and accessibility era ($12,500); used as historical benchmark of good industry practice
Jersey Jack Pinball title cited as anomaly that held strong secondary market value ($40,000+); used as example of strong IP demand
Jersey Jack Pinball machine designed by Eric Meunier. Preceded Guns N' Roses. Required more manufacturing hours than GNR due to mechanical complexity. Mark Tremonti owned a damaged copy.
Jersey Jack Pinball game, referenced for film asset inclusion and licensing capabilities
JJP machine; viewer requesting rerun/reissue; Zach indicates JJP too occupied with factory and new game to support rerun
Jersey Jack Pinball machine from 2018; customer unit brought to George for day spa; exhibited known ramp motor shipping problem
Jersey Jack Pinball game; cited as example of superior theme integration and design excellence compared to Godfather and Toy Story
Stern Pinball title worked on by Thiel; mentioned in list of games since 2006
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; designed by Eric Meunier; Collector's Edition; customers have sealed units in storage; mentioned as collectible/investment piece
Jersey Jack Pinball machine experiencing mechanical feature changes: trunk mechanism converted to static open lid, triple-disc spinner downgraded to single spinner for reliability
Jersey Jack Pinball title; Collector's Edition seeing secondary market stagnation with multiple units at $35k unable to move
Jersey Jack Pinball game; cited as more confusing for casual players than Toy Story 4
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody; praised CE design as reference point for quality collector's editions
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; referenced as comparison point for pin bar goal compass feature design
Jersey Jack Pinball game now shipping; features upper playfield; units appearing at commercial locations
Game featured in INDISC 2019 with character selection, plundering mechanic, multiball stacking
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody machine; subject of gameplay demonstration featuring wizard mode mechanics
Jersey Jack Pinball game singled out by Kotex as sole exception to negative JJP assessment
JJP game designed by Eric Meunier; praised for CE design quality; secondary market reference point; referenced in context of collector appeal
Jersey Jack Pinball licensed machine featuring five Disney film progression, rocking upper playfield, diverster-based shot routing, and innovative mechanical toys
Referenced as design precedent for multi-option mechanic (character selection that changes gameplay)
Jersey Jack game designed by Eric; won multiple Twipy Awards; discontinued due to rough start but gained strong word-of-mouth; production ended
Jersey Jack Pinball title; cited as overly complex example integrating multiple film narratives; praised gameplay but criticized rules clarity
Jersey Jack Pinball title in Steve's collection; one of his most-played games; popular with his children for character selection and plunder mechanics
Jersey Jack Pinball game ranked as Rowan's number one favorite machine in his top 10 list
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody machine being played; player demonstrates advanced wizard mode strategy
Jersey Jack Pinball game with known playfield cracking issues; manufacturer offering at-cost replacements
JJP licensed game designed by Eric Meunier; features innovative upper playfield, ship mechanics, compass display system; Disney licensing involved
Referenced as example of pinball game with more exciting movie theme licensing
New Jersey Jack Pinball game by Eric Minger with high demand, custom sculpts, and flow charts at festival
Stern pinball machine used in tournament; known for unreliable cannon, complex bonus mechanics, and whirlpool-dominant strategy
Game Karl owns and loves; considering trade offer but hesitant due to emotional attachment
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; subject of extended wizard mode grinding demonstration; multiple wizard modes with score level scaling mechanics
Pinball machine; cited as example of inflated secondary market listings ($18-30k range)
Game that Danielle Pitt performed well on during tournament
Jersey Jack Pinball title; more than 1,000 units on order; featured deep-dive gameplay analysis at show
Previous Jersey Jack Pinball release; referenced for comparison of RGB lighting capabilities and display specs
New Jersey Jack Pinball wide-body game designed by Eric Meunier, based on five Pirates of the Caribbean movies, featuring complex rules with multiball modes, chapter qualification shots, and character powers
JJP pinball machine; referenced as having same hardware configuration as later Willy Wonka models
Pinball machine designed by Eric Mignure
Jersey Jack Pinball game, Dr. C has played extensively including a difficult example owned by a friend
JJP licensed game; referenced as major IP title
Jersey Jack Pinball game whose flipper and lane configuration is described as identical to the Harry Potter virtual table
JJP title mentioned alongside Willy Wonka as experiencing playfield issues; referenced as host's ownership preference over Wonka
Referenced in trade discussion; not detailed
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody machine being extensively reviewed and played; subject of detailed gameplay tutorial
Jersey Jack Pinball game being streamed; features Tortuga shots, Plunder mechanic, Mystery bumpers, gold collection
Pinball game mentioned as being played at another location; described as 'amazing'
Jersey Jack Pinball machine at multiple locations (Todd's, Endo Brewing); mentioned for possible stream
Pinball game used as positive comparison for shot design
Jersey Jack Pinball title being streamed; Standard edition; features multiple multiballs (Port Royal, Dead Man's Chest, World's End, On Stranger Tides, Davy Jones' Locker), skill shots, and wizard mode
Jersey Jack Pinball game; $9,500 price point; praised for toys, theater mechanic, magnets, and shooting quality
Jersey Jack Pinball machine brought to Florida show for play testing
JJP pinball machine based on Disney franchise
Jersey Jack Pinball game with 20% code completion; discussed as magical but incomplete vs. Dialed In!
#3 ranked game by Jersey Jack Pinball; features moving ship upper playfield with cannon loading mechanic; defended against viewer skepticism about pacing
Jersey Jack Pinball game referenced for animation quality comparison
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody machine, Disney-licensed, subject of this stream gameplay and tutorial
Stern game ranked #5 for sinking ship toy that rocks and descends under playfield
Jersey Jack Pinball game; referenced for art and spinning wheel mechanics
Dennis Nordman design at Stern; referenced for layout comparison
Pinball machine designed by Eric Meunier; referenced for orbit shot similarities
Jersey Jack Pinball release; priced ~$10,000; standalone favorite over Wizard of Oz and Hobbit in group comparisons despite strong JJP trio option
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Menier; featured large Louis Toy pirate ship; praised for spectacle but criticized for shot design clarity
Jersey Jack Pinball title; Zach selling from collection to make room for Rick and Morty
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; cited as example of working effectively with film franchises despite licensing asset limitations
Jersey Jack Pinball game by Eric Menier; referenced for comparison to right non-orbit shot design
Jersey Jack Pinball game mentioned as previous title with video mode technology similar to Tiki Party in Toy Story 4
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; both hosts rate A- (3.83); Jon's 5th highest, Greg's 4th highest; one of 13 total A-rated games between both reviewers
Jersey Jack Pinball game; subject of code delay concerns; also Stern game at Europa Park
Jersey Jack Pinball Elite title, ~$17,000 price point, used in trade comparisons
Jersey Jack Pinball premium pinball machine; subject of review; prototype reviewed is described as production-ready
Jersey Jack title; only 1,000 units; maintained high secondary market value; code never finished
Upcoming Jersey Jack Pinball game mentioned as anticipated new release for Louisville tournament
Upcoming Jersey Jack Pinball game expected to be revealed at Pinball Expo Thursday fireside chat
Jersey Jack Pinball title experiencing design change; three-disc spinner mechanism removed and replaced with single-disc; community backlash from pre-order cancellations
Jersey Jack Pinball machine with rocking pirate ship mechanism; cited as example of innovative mechanical storytelling that Jaws fails to match
Jersey Jack Pinball title; Kaneda recommends JJP should do final run and complete code on this title as service to existing owners
Jersey Jack Pinball game; unavailable for new purchase; example of strong demand for older titles that manufacturers won't replenish
Jersey Jack Pinball game; lacks final code; part of pattern of incomplete code polish at JJP
Jersey Jack title; Kaneda suggests potential moment for remake announcement
Jersey Jack Pinball reference point for content-packed design and strong secondary market appreciation; contrasted with Elton John's expected underperformance
Eric Meunier-designed Jersey Jack Pinball title; experienced delayed release and oversaturation via streaming, resulting in artificial scarcity and premium secondary market value. Praised for atmospheric design and David Thiel's audio work.
Jersey Jack game; secondary market pricing $20k-$30k+ driven by scarcity not quality; Kaneda argues against remaking despite high prices
Jersey Jack Pinball game. Kaneda references as model for toys and fun; uses as quality benchmark.
Jersey Jack Pinball game; featured all five films in single machine; referenced as example of comprehensive IP adaptation compared to Toy Story 4's single-film approach
Jersey Jack Pinball game; used by Kaneda as comparison point for expected quality standard
JJP collector's edition with reported $36,000 secondary market prices; used to show demand for dream themes overrides price sensitivity
Pinball machine in collection; mentioned in 'You Choose' game list
Jersey Jack Pinball's major reveal at 2017 Chicago Expo featuring rocking ship, triple spinning discs, subway system with 5 entrances, multiple ramps and toys
Jersey Jack Pinball machine, early gameplay footage being demonstrated
Pinball game title being previewed in video
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody machine; hosts favor over Iron Maiden due to theme, toys, and build quality; lacks Johnny Depp video
Jersey Jack Pinball, shipping in August 2018, subject of host purchasing deliberation
Jersey Jack Pinball game; features Maelstrom ramp with diverter options and submarine shot
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Meunier; hosts' consensus favorite in first 'This or That' matchup
Jersey Jack release; analyzed as closest to full package among JJP catalog despite theme shortcomings in code/mode differentiation
Jersey Jack Pinball machine in Chuck's collection; mentioned as in-progress restoration with computer upgrades being considered
Jersey Jack Pinball game; honorable mention for Dauntless shot and left whirlpool double-loop shot (Eric Meunier design)
Jersey Jack Pinball title trending up; received vibrant artwork apron redesign
Jersey Jack Pinball machine based on Disney film; features mechanical ship, LCD display, shaker motor
Jersey Jack Pinball title ranked #8; features ship toys, cannonball mechanics, maelstrom, chest, lighting effects mimicking water/sunset
JJP pinball machine, abbreviated as POTC in title
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Meunier based on Disney franchise
Referenced as modern example with similar inverse in-lane/out-lane design mechanic to Fathom
Jersey Jack widebody machine; features challenging third flipper shot; compared against Willy Wonka and Hobbit
Jersey Jack Pinball game frequently referenced as more popular/beloved than Willy Wonka
Previous Eric Meunier design for JJP; used as reference point for playfield complexity and hidden shot design compared to Guns N' Roses
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; referenced in context of Zach Sharpe's prior themed unboxing episodes
Jersey Jack Pinball game; production halted; license valid for 3 more years; may be revisited in future
Jersey Jack Pinball's widebody machine based on Disney film franchise, featuring five-movie progression and extensive mechanical elements
Easy-play game; host reports personal high score ~3 billion; discussed in context of difficulty settings and score inflation
Jersey Jack Pinball title; Jack considering acquiring one to loan to studio
Rare location machine found at Free Gold Watch in San Francisco
Referenced as example of game whose secondary market price increased over time; used as precedent for potential Elton John appreciation
Referenced pinball machine; cited for player character selection mechanics (turtle perk system comparison)
Jersey Jack Pinball; code finally completed after six years of development
Commercial pinball machine (designed by Eric); referenced for shallow, narrow front wavy ramp design example
Jersey Jack pinball machine released in 2017; successfully generating revenue in location play
JJP premium release with widebody cabinet; ~1,600 units shipped by 2018; features spinning disc mechanical element; strong international distribution
Stern machine mentioned as example of operator discards; transformer failure led operator to remove machine from route and warehouse storage for 10+ years
JJP game no longer in production; six years of code updates; Jersey Jack unlikely to remake but will not definitively rule out
Jersey Jack Pinball title; CE sold for $30,000 on secondary market; originally questioned theme choice in 2017; now commands premium pricing despite being 'B-tier' theme
JJP title released ~2018; original MSRP $8,500-$12,500; now trading $19,500-$25,000 on secondary market; lacks movie assets/music but features complex 22-character ruleset with 6+ multiball modes
Jersey Jack pinball machine; featured at InDisc; Dominic played it during tournament preparation
Jersey Jack game selling for $30k+ on secondary market; benchmark for premium pricing
Jersey Jack machine; Retro Ralph has never played; curious about why it 'didn't do well' despite seeming like strong IP
Jersey Jack Pinball game; example of boutique game commanding high secondary market prices ($30k-$34k)
Game Matt has played a couple times; described as 'hard one to find'
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody in prototype at TPF 2018; first design by Eric Mounier; features 22 selectable characters, upper playfield, triple concentric spinning discs; praised for speed but criticized for play length and character balancing.
JJP game designed by Eric Menier; referenced as successful design
Jersey Jack Pinball's new wide-body game featuring five flippers, concentric spinning discs, upper playfield with cannon, 105 modes across five films, 20+ selectable characters; priced $8,500-$12,500
Jersey Jack Pinball's flagship game; major design change announced replacing three spinning disks with single smaller disk; costs 15,000 AUD
Jersey Jack Pinball game in production; half year behind Q1 2018 schedule; featured design changes between prototype and production; subject of 2017 Expo reveal
Pinball machine in Stellenberg's collection
First pinball machine Thiel worked on in 2006 after 20-year hiatus; designed by Dennis Nordman
Jersey Jack pinball machine with well-regarded rules but poor sales performance. License renewed but no current plans for additional production. May become worst-selling JJP game, displacing Dialed In.
Jersey Jack release; experienced delays due to mechanical consistency issues with triple spinning disc and treasure chest mechanisms; sales discussion ongoing
Jersey Jack Pinball game whose delayed release undermined community confidence in aggressive production timelines.
Jersey Jack Pinball game by Eric Minier; discussed as unlikely remaster candidate despite demand from collectors who missed initial release
Jersey Jack pinball; benchmark for impressive interactive mech (boat) that Orby compares to D&D dragon
JJP game; historical reference point for playfield chipping and damage issues that triggered policy evolution
Jersey Jack Pinball title; sold 3,000-5,000 units; referenced as prior successful release benchmark
Jersey Jack Pinball licensed game in development at time of presentation; requires Disney approval of animations and branding; features map-based UI and five multiball modes
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Minier; released before Guns N' Roses; described as solid but not revolutionary
Previous JJP release; Wonka Standard priced $1,000 lower than Pirates Standard; had long production run
Stern pinball machine brought to the GMA studio for on-air play.
Jersey Jack Pinball title; among newest machines at show
Stern pinball machine from 2006 located at Tivoli Bowl; in fair condition with maintenance issues and dirty playfield
Pinball machine on location at The Four Quarters during the venue visit
Stern pinball game designed by Dennis Nordman and John Borg
Stern pinball machine at the venue with custom translite artwork
Jersey Jack Limited Edition; playfield #1,000; one of host's favorites
Stern pinball machine destroyed in 2008 Grand Pier fire; not reinstalled in 2010 reopening
Jersey Jack pinball title available at Portal Pinball Arcade
Jersey Jack Pinball title with three machines available for play at Expo
Jersey Jack Pinball's latest model at time of Expo; Eric Meunier designed; Jack Guarnieri praised game reception
Jersey Jack Pinball game; seminar detailed composition, sound design, and playfield development with Disney licensing challenges
New Jersey Jack Pinball release featured prominently at MGC 2018; described as newly available to play
Prior Eric Meunier design; cited as one of best-selling pinball games; currently sells for $5-7,000 over original asking price
JJP game released 12 years after Stern's version of same theme
Stern pinball machine installed at Weston-super-Mare pier, destroyed in July 28, 2008 fire
Jersey Jack Pinball game shown as pre-production sample at EAG 2018, not yet in production
Licensed pinball game designed or contributed to by Dennis Nordman
Stern pinball machine in first machine bank at Fort Worth location
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Menier; limited edition sold out; 1.0 code update pending.
2006 Stern pinball, found at Ocean City location
Jersey Jack Pinball game displayed at Flip-Expo booth
Jersey Jack Pinball title receiving a custom topper from Elite Pinball Toppers
Jersey Jack Pinball game; subject of new Elite Pinball Toppers aftermarket topper in development
Jersey Jack Pinball game; rumor existed about re-run and wizard mode completion announcement, which did not materialize
JJP premium pinball machine; rumored for additional production run and code completion
Pinball machine by Jersey Jack Pinball featured in Gil's collection
Jersey Jack Pinball game released in 2018; author played production version at Pinball Gallery
Jersey Jack Limited Edition (2018) machine at Sunshine; noted as non-functional during visit
Stern pinball game (2006) present at venue
Jersey Jack Pinball title at the venue
Stern Pinball game that introduced Matt to modern pinball; features cannon and Black Pearl modifications by Back Alley Creations
JJP game by Eric Mercer; #3 on list; features cannon shooting, spinning chest, map, originally had triple spinning disc (removed for longevity concerns)
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Minier; featured in upcoming JJP Battles round 4 (Nick Lane vs. Eric, July 10)
Jersey Jack Pinball; beta code from year ago now public for connected machines; includes Scorebit/WiFi; final wizard mode still in development
Jersey Jack game; example of hype cycle failure due to production delays; high quality but struggled sales after interest waned
Jersey Jack Pinball wide-body game; only JJP game selling above MSRP on secondary market; Don praises boat/ramp mechanism
JJP release; referenced as benchmark for complex playfield (upper playfield pirate ship); Avatar being compared to this standard
Prior Jersey Jack release; Eric Minear was designer; criticized for single spinning disc (cost-cut from triple) and underperformance; historical design lesson Minear internalized
Eric Menier's first design for Jersey Jack; previously made by Stern; context for re-theme difficulty discussion
Pinball game with limited production run (only 1,000 units); dropped early; received free topper but garnered little market attention
Jersey Jack Pinball game; integrated five movies; licensing challenges limit character visibility/appearances on playfield; referenced as example of Disney licensing constraints
Jersey Jack title cited as precedent for prototype reveal strategy and design iteration (three discs reduced to one).
Jersey Jack Pinball; described as having 'epic game feel' like Wizard of Oz but with more depth; hosts hope JJP returns it to production rotation
Jersey Jack Pinball game; precedent for minimal licensing (name only, no clips); comparison point for Toy Story 1-3 suspected limited assets.
Jersey Jack Pinball; reached 1.0 code status after 6 years 6 months post-release
Jersey Jack licensed game featured alongside Wonka at Flip Expo; referenced for animation quality and theme execution
Eric Meunier's first game design for Jersey Jack Pinball
Jersey Jack Pinball title; lacking Scorebit feature; update awaiting Disney license approval and beta completion
Jersey Jack Pinball's recent release with 20+ characters, praised for depth but noted for character imbalance requiring optimal selection strategies
JJP game; praised for complex multiball-stacking system (4-5 multiballs simultaneously possible)
Stern's reported best-selling game of 2000s decade (2006); ~6,000 units; released when Alan began playing pinball in Portland on route.
Jersey Jack game; secondary market struggling with high asking prices and excess inventory
Referenced as example of premium-priced game with extensive toys and features justifying high cost
JJP; released 2018 at $8,500; undervalued at launch; only recently received wizard mode code completion; rocking ship, cannon, lanterns
Jersey Jack title; premium Kraken Topper sold out; 100-unit limited run at $2,500
Jersey Jack title awaiting long-delayed code update, confirmed to be receiving Scorebit Achievements support and update soon
Jersey Jack game in Pinside #5 spot, selling $18,000-$22,500
Jersey Jack Pinball game used as gameplay comparison; described as having tighter ramps
Jersey Jack Pinball game with renewed interest and potential for another production run
Receiving major code update in open beta; character ability changes and mid-game character switching confirmed
Jersey Jack Pinball game with code stuck at version 0.99, last updated April 2019. Community considers it 'the best game of all time' but frustrated with lack of code updates.
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; discontinued due to lack of demand; coded by Keith Johnson
Jersey Jack title; potential for re-run mentioned but unlikely; criticized as multiball-heavy; license window closing due to delays
Jersey Jack pinball machine receiving major code update to version 1.0 with character balancing and wizard mode completion
Jersey Jack title; replacement playfields arriving to address clear-coat issues; beta code development ongoing; community mod adds smoke machine effect
Jersey Jack game released 5-6 years ago; lacked wizard mode for extended period; now has final wizard mode in beta 14
Jersey Jack Pinball game; code at 9.9 (not 1.0); missing Scorebit feature for feature completion
Pinball game receiving premium custom Kraken topper priced at $2,500; hosts criticized design as 'hideous'
Jersey Jack licensed game; announced October 2017, entered production July 2018; originally designed with three spinning discs but switched to single disc due to mechanical challenges; features rocking ship and LCD compass display
Previous JJP licensed game; 135 standard editions made; referenced for limited production context
JJP licensed title; present at Flip Expo booth; license renewed despite no plans for further production
JJP game; just released 1.0 code with Break the Curse wizard mode after multi-year beta period; subject of licensing approval delays speculation
JJP licensed game in development; triple spinning disc mechanism removed due to reliability concerns; mechanism being replaced with virtual LCD-based implementation
Jersey Jack Pinball collector edition (limited edition) in manufacturing/shipping; code version 0.98
Jersey Jack Pinball title; revealed at previous Pinball Expo; took ~10 months to reach production; single disc version now in production
Jersey Jack title featuring action button mechanic, Liar's Dice mode, complex multiball balancing; final wizard mode still in development.
Stern pinball machine, Monica's favorite in Travis's collection, purchased as anniversary gift for $6,000
JJP pinball game featured at Buffalo Pinball Summer Open finals, character-selection mechanic game
Game in Julian's home collection
Jersey Jack pinball machine; example of title with strong secondary market value and scarcity; difficult to find used.
Jersey Jack Pinball game that impressed Ryan at Texas Pinball Festival; fresh feel, difficult rules, good location potential
Jersey Jack Pinball game featuring sophisticated audio design by Thiel; referenced as example of multi-layered sound effects and mode-sensitive music design.
Jersey Jack Pinball game; featured in InDisc 2019 main tournament bank; relatively new game (less than 1 year old at time of recording); modified for tournament with ball plundering disabled; praised by Carl D'Angelo for variety in play strategies
Jersey Jack Pinball game; wide-body; features character selection system forcing different play strategies; 'never the same game twice' marketing; CE version mentioned for streams.
Recent Stern game in Kristin's arcade collection that she installed playfield protector on, noting fine scratches developed before protection
Eric Minier design; cited as model of 'fit, finish, and complexity' that Donnie wants for Potter
JJP title; referenced for outlane/in-lane switching mechanic reused in Harry Potter
Jersey Jack game referenced for multiball experience; compared to Iron Maiden for fatigue/pacing differences
2018 JJP release; 150 standard, 650 LE, 200 CE versions produced; JJP owner's stated biggest regret is limiting CE to 200 units only; praised as 'packed and loaded' with AAA theme; features rocking upper playfield and ship-to-ship ball fire mechanic
2007-era Stern pinball game; cited in negative reviews as superior to Wheel of Fortune; represents more successful licensed property from same era
Eric Meunier's first title as lead game designer at Jersey Jack Pinball
Jersey Jack Pinball title designed by Eric Minier; mentioned as reference point for game design development
Jersey Jack Pinball game in development (POTC); JJP Live channel created to show progress during development
Jersey Jack Pinball release (2018); Disney licensed title
Jersey Jack Pinball title; previously most sought-after JJP game; featured rocking boat upper playfield; used as comparison baseline for Harry Potter's superiority in character integration and gameplay.
Jersey Jack Pinball game referenced for similar river/diverter mechanics and outlane-to-flipper design philosophy
Jersey Jack game; example of how marketing emphasis on specific feature (triple spinning disc) could affect sales if feature changed
Jersey Jack release; one of only 4 games released by JJP since 2013; uses as contrast point for production capacity comparison
Jersey Jack Pinball prototype machine; available for play at Gaming Con; praised as 'amazing'
Stern pinball game; Josh Roop encountered broken version at Chuck E. Cheese with non-functional flippers and playfield elements
Jersey Jack Pinball widebody featuring plundering mechanic allowing score theft from other players. Supports tournament mode that disables plundering to prevent collusion.
Jersey Jack outlier causing 23-point swing in category performance; drives JJP portfolio positive
Jersey Jack title; Standard sold for $19K, up 12%; described as highly desired by collectors
Previous Eric Meunier design for Jersey Jack Pinball; featured similar bottom playfield design that influenced Harry Potter; widebody format
Jersey Jack; staying steady at $19,900; premium title maintaining value
Stern game referenced for example of shallow, skinny wavy ramp design by Dennis
Stern game; among top three sellers in UK; strong theme recognition; high-volume incoming shipments
Newest game in Pinball Hall of Fame collection as of interview date
Stern pinball designed by Nordman; features five movies, chapters, and multiball modes
Previous Stern game owned by Mike; sold to Mike Schmidt; featured Four Winds Multiball wizard mode
Referenced as comparable game with similar sold-out scarcity status and market positioning
Referenced by Ken Cromwell regarding funnel mechanism knowledge gap; Jersey Jack Pinball title
Jersey Jack game with cannon mechanic between ships; referenced as example of moments created through physical mech rather than rules alone
JJP game featuring character selection and movie scene completion modes; discussed in context of thematic immersion design
Referenced as potential nostalgia-driven remake in discussion of IP trends
Referenced as comparison for iconic mech design (Eric Menyer design)
2018 licensed pirate film game; widebody; manufacturing issues from split operations; 18-character selection system; missing video assets from films; community criticized lacking video clips
Jersey Jack Pinball game featuring five movies, chapters, and multiball modes
Previous Eric design at Jersey Jack, referenced as successful large theme game
Jersey Jack title; experienced production issues; code and gameplay now well-received
Classic title; Kaneda predicts remake would outperform Avatar
Jersey Jack Pinball; announced October 2017, now shipping single-disc version (triple-disc cancelled)
Jersey Jack game; referenced as more mechanically loaded than Pokemon with multiple ball paths and complex mechs
Jersey Jack Pinball title; chronic oversupply in secondary market; $40k asking price for unplayed CE criticized by Kaneda as delusional
Jersey Jack title with limited production (200 CEs); criticized for design choices and compared unfavorably to other JJP releases
JJP game with controversy over removal of three spinning discs; revealed prior year, not in 2018 categories
Referenced as having significant under-the-glass content
Referenced as example of game purchased for $12,500 now being listed for $40,000
Jersey Jack title; most recent game mentioned where JP created LCD animations
Referenced as example of game with extensive ball-interactive toys and mechanisms
Jersey Jack title; referenced as example of designer assignment without personal IP connection
Jersey Jack's recent acclaimed release; used as comparison point for GNR; hosts debate whether new machines should prioritize continuing Pirates production
Jersey Jack game; Kaneda argues it's 'overrated,' lacks Jack Sparrow assets, secondary price inflated ($20-30K), comparison point for Dune
Jersey Jack game referenced as example of superior ship/pirate ship mechanical implementation compared to Jaws
Jersey Jack game; being sold off by players in favor of Harry Potter; noted as not as rare or playable
Pinball machine being cleaned and restored by the user
Jersey Jack game entering production with finalized mechanical designs after prototype testing
JJP game; Kaneda argues secondary market premium driven purely by rarity, not quality. Contrasted with Dune as cautionary tale of launch dynamics.
Jersey Jack Pinball game designed by Eric Meunier; features rocking upper playfield, innovative spinning disc mechanism with 216 award combinations, and diverters on every shot
Complex multiball stacking example showing challenges in delivering varied choreography for high-complexity scenarios
Stern pinball game; featured at Brisbane Masters; noted as long/drawn-out game in tournament play; Jimmy finds it least appealing
Jersey Jack game with extensive effort and innovation
JJP game cited as example of dramatic mech work and toy integration
Reference point for unreachable wizard modes; example of game complexity debate in community
JJP title mentioned for early QA/production issues now reportedly resolved; referenced as reliability improvement indicator
Jersey Jack Pinball remake; apron redesigned after community complaints about darkness; no yellow cards
Referenced as benchmark for strong secondary market value and sustained demand; Kaneda asserts Dune 'is not the next Pirates of the Caribbean'
Jersey Jack Pinball title; wizard mode finally completed after 6 years; criticized for long development timeline and underwhelming final achievement
Game example for secondary market pricing issues; CE listed at $27,000-$38,000 with significant price variation
Jersey Jack Pinball release; example of never-remade limited edition game; comparison point for Beetlejuice scarcity
Jersey Jack title from ~6 years ago; last game with 'killer mech' by JJP according to Kaneda
JJP game with exceptional upper playfield; artificial scarcity has elevated secondary market prices
Vintage JJP game; confirmed no future runs; secondary market value retention discussed
Jersey Jack Pinball title in development; featured in first official JJP stream showing advanced screen animations, integrated playfield mechanics, and flexible stacking gameplay