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Data East USA Inc.

companyactive270 mentionsFirst seen Jan 1, 2002Last seen Apr 7, 2026

Profile

Data East was a pinball manufacturer active primarily from 1988 to 1993, producing approximately 25 full production games with peak output of 200 games per day. Founded after Gary Stern's involvement with the original Stern company, Data East became known for securing major entertainment licenses including Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Batman '89, The Simpsons, Back to the Future, Tales from the Crypt, and Guns N' Roses. The company employed notable designers like John Borg and featured mixed game quality overall, though several of their licensed titles became standout successes. Data East was eventually acquired by Sega in 1994.

Aliases

Data East PinballData East

Relationships

  • manufacturesSimpsons Pinball PartyData East manufactured Simpsons Pinball Partymedium
  • works_atKevin O'ConnorCreated artwork for multiple Data East games including unreleased King Kong prototype and Baby in the Holemedium
  • works_atDavid ThielEarly career position starting in 1987medium
  • manufacturesTales from the CryptData East manufactured this pinball machinemedium
  • manufacturesGuns and Roses

Facts

  • achievementSubject of battle royale bracket tournamenthighfrom 2019
  • achievementProduced approximately 25 full production gameshighfrom 1988 until 1993
  • achievementManufacturer of Jurassic Park pinballhigh
  • achievementManufacturer of Star Wars pinballhighfrom 1992
  • achievementManufacturer of The Simpsons pinballhigh
  • achievementManufacturer of Guns N' Roses pinballhighfrom 1993 until 1994
  • achievement

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Recent Mentions (271)

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  • Original manufacturer of Back to the Future pinball in 1989

    Episode 85_Pinball Themes Re-RevisitedMar 17, 2026
  • Pinball manufacturer that pioneered DMD displays; The Simpsons was planned as first DMD game but delayed; Checkpoint released first with DMD

    Learn Bally’s Gilligan’s Island in 10 Minutes!Sep 19, 2025
  • Classic pinball manufacturer; designed Medusa and Star Race machines

    The Grasley Garage! Safe Cracker & Medusa Gameplay!Mar 14, 2026
  • Historical pinball manufacturer credited with original 1992 Star Wars pinball

    DOMINO Pinball - Happy New Year - The Walking Dead PinballDec 19, 2025
  • Manufacturer of classic pinball machines including games mentioned in context

    #33 Jaws?Jul 13, 2020
  • Successful pinball manufacturer that preceded Capcom's entry; inspired Capcom's decision to enter pinball; used System 11 mechanics; had relationships with Williams; avoided severe legal retaliation; example of commitment vs. Capcom's failure

Contradictions

  • Existing: Data East was a pinball manufacturer active 1988-1993vsConflicting: Mention 6 describes Data East as a Japanese video game company that owned Stern Pinball before selling to Sega in 1994
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Data East was a pinball manufacturervsConflicting: Mention 14 describes Data East as publisher/developer of Bad Dudes arcade game, known for generic cabinet design
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026

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Original manufacturer of Guns N' Roses widebody pinball machine
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  • works_atJohn BorgFormer lead designer where he secured major 1990s licenses and designed Star Wars (1992)medium
  • affiliated_withWilliams ElectronicsCompetitor during Data East startup; Williams engaged in litigation threats and vendor intimidation; Data East cloned Williams Style 11 boardsmedium
  • works_atPaul FerrisArtist at Data East from 1990-1996medium
  • manufacturesSouth ParkManufactured South Park pinball game (Data East/Sega)medium
  • works_atSlashCollaborated as designer on Guns N' Roses pinball machine development in 1993medium
  • manufacturesHookData East designed and initially manufactured Hookmedium
  • Manufacturer of Tales from the Crypt pinball
    high
  • achievementManufacturer of Apollo 13 pinballhigh
  • affiliationPinball manufacturerhighfrom 1988 until 1993
  • attributeProduced 200 games per day at peak productionhigh
  • intelligence_frequency_spikenoexpertfrom 2026-03-02
  • roleEmployed John Borg as designerhighfrom 1990
  • statusMerged with Segahighfrom 1994
  • The Capcom Debacle Part 1Dec 26, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer where Orin Day worked 1993-1998; produced Tommy, Guns N' Roses, Baywatch, Apollo 13, Frankenstein, Baywatch, Batman Forever, and Tattoo Assassins

    Episode 114 – A Banner DayOct 30, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Checkpoint with half-height dot matrix display, acquired by Charles as a diagnostic reference machine

    Episode 152 - Interview with Charles Rowland 8-5-15Aug 10, 2015
  • Acquired Stern Electronics, later sold to Sega. Produced pinball machines in the late solid-state era.

    Episode 2 -Matt is solo but not for longMar 22, 2021
  • Pinball manufacturer where Balcer's career 'really got into it'; less corporate than competitors, tight timelines, shoestring budgets

    Joe Balcer – The King Of ClunkOct 19, 2023
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; solved magnetized ball issues through manual sorting process for games like Tales from the Crypt and Last Action Hero

    Episode 164 – Residual MagnetismApr 7, 2021
  • Pinball manufacturer known for distinctive 'chunky' signature music sound; produced Lethal Weapon 3 and other games from that era

    Episode 121 – Ashley’s AlleyDec 20, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer where Lyman Sheets started career as display programmer, later became game programmer

    Episode 100 – Lyman LamentsJul 18, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Tales from the Crypt

    #94 Horror Show 2 - The Classic Pinball PodcastOct 25, 2022
  • Created Michael Jordan pinball (23 units); later became part of Sega's ownership structure.

    The Pinball Show Ep 126 BONUS: The Grails - Back To The Future, The Goonies, & Super Mario Bros.Apr 25, 2023
  • Classic pinball manufacturer that produced the original 1994 Guns N' Roses pinball machine with Slash's involvement

    Ep 88 - One down, two to go!Jan 21, 2020
  • Classic pinball manufacturer; made Back to the Future alphanumeric game

    The Pinball Show Ep 156 BONUS: Can We Really Compare Old Games To New Games?Jul 3, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer; Scott purchased Phantom of the Opera from this company

    Episode 14 – An Evening With Scott C.Oct 13, 2016
  • Historic pinball manufacturer (1985-1999) known for DMD technology and movie licensing strategy. Discussed as underrated and pioneering in license-heavy design.

    The Pinball Show Episode 178 BONUS: Dennis' Top 5 Greatest Pinball Machines Of All Time From Each Company Part 2 (Data East & Sega)Jul 12, 2025
  • Vintage pinball manufacturer; known for unreliable 'rotten dog' boards; cold solder issues documented

    TNT Amusements Presents: Avoiding Lemons When Buying Coin-op MachinesFeb 2, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; Joe Camacose helped found and was extremely supportive of the Expo

    TOPCast 21: Rob BerkMar 28, 2007
  • Pinball manufacturer (late 1980s-1990s); founded by Gary Stern and Joe Kamenkow; employed Christina D'Onofrio and Shelly Sackes; made Checkpoint (first DMD game) and Data East Star Trek

    Episode 70 - Legendary Women of the Pinball IndustryFeb 17, 2025
  • Early 1990s pinball manufacturer; made Lethal Weapon 3 with opto-circuit flipper technology and fliptronics boards

    #100 Under Pressure - The Classic Pinball PodcastFeb 28, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer that secured Batman license when Williams declined it; known for acquiring multiple licenses during this era

    Yes… More Roger SharpeApr 11, 2024
  • Original manufacturer of classic Jurassic Park pinball (vintage); secondary market value reportedly declining post-Elwin release

    The O'Neill's Going Away Tournament: Part 1Oct 7, 2019
  • Defunct pinball manufacturer; produced Star Trek, Batman, Guns N' Roses, Playboy versions; later became part of Stern

    #77 Double Down? - The Classic Pinball PodcastFeb 22, 2022
  • Manufacturer of Laser War (1987)

    Laser War (Data East 1987) VPApr 11, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer that owned Stern before being sold to Sega in 1994; Joe Kamikaze ran day-to-day operations.

    Episode 8 – Too Slow For QuicksilverSep 1, 2016
  • Pinball manufacturer (1987-2000s) founded by Kaminkow, Gary Stern, and others; known for licensed IP games including Jurassic Park, Star Wars, Lethal Weapon, Simpsons, South Park

    Stern Electronics… No, Not That SternJun 26, 2020
  • Previous company name of Sega pinball division; manufactured pinball machines before transitioning to Stern Pinball.

    Episode 42 - Die on this Hill: Sega GodzillaAug 5, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer that released Hook in January 1992; known for budget approach vs Bally/Williams

    Episode 40 - Die on this Hill: HookJul 22, 2024
  • Pinball company Gary Stern created after Pinstar venture ended, following the GammaTron/conversion kit era

    Episode 90 – Up With The HornsMay 9, 2018
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; created the original King Kong machine (only 6 made); Stern's King Kong design cited as homage to this prototype

    Episode 1079: "My Feelings on Kong & Dune"Apr 16, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer whose 1990s game is part of the customer's husband's collection

    #76 Bally Speakeasy - The Classic Pinball PodcastFeb 15, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Laser War (1987)

    #101 Pinball and Beer - The Classic Pinball PodcastMar 23, 2023
  • Japanese company that funded and partnered with Stern Pinball early on. Co-produced iconic licensed games with Kaminkow including Playboy, Robocop, Back to the Future, Batman, Star Trek, Turtles.

    Ep 68: Pinball Legend Joe KaminkowSep 3, 2021
  • Vintage manufacturer; produced Back to the Future in 1990 (3,000 units) with Michael J. Fox likeness

    Ep 69: Go Go GodzillaSep 17, 2021
  • Manufacturer of the Star Wars pinball machine being played in this tournament

    Concord Champ '25: Qualifying Round 7 on Star Wars by Data East. Streamed from The Flipper Room.Nov 18, 2025
  • Historical pinball manufacturer, connection to Gary Stern and Joe Kamikow mentioned

    Episode 10 – An Evening with TSexSep 15, 2016
  • Pinball manufacturer; created Magic Castle machine

    Epidsode: 29 Return of the Kuiper.... Turbografx7 is here!Oct 9, 2019
  • Manufacturer of an alternative Playboy pinball machine (described as 'terrible' by streamer)

    Playboy (Stern 2002) VPinApr 12, 2020
  • Historical pinball manufacturer whose 1990s design aesthetic heavily influenced Die Hard Trilogy

    Die Hard Trilogy Preview - What if Die Hard Got a Pinball Machine!!Nov 22, 2023
  • Historic pinball manufacturer; designed the 1993 Jurassic Park machine being played

    Jurassic Park (Data East 1993)Jul 26, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer that produced Lethal Weapon 3 and Michael Jordan machines

    Rare Michael Jordan Pinball (1992 Data East)Feb 2, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer involved in historical patent dispute with Harry Williams over term 'multiball'

    Virtual Pinball in Virtual RealityMar 5, 2020
  • Game streamer previously owned; traded to obtain The Shadow; described as fun table from earlier era

    Stern Pinball Jurassic Park v1.11 Gameplay StreamAug 24, 2023
  • Historic manufacturer; Rocky and Bullwinkle is Data East game whose playfield Brian is replacing

    Tribe Multiball with Rachel and Tim, Episode 23: The Haunted BarncadeFeb 19, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer where Kevin O'Connor created artwork for licensed and original themes

    Kevin O' Connor Artist Guest 2021May 25, 2021
  • Arcade/pinball manufacturer; referenced during board testing discussion

    Tools for Pinball with TNT AmusementsMar 2, 2024
  • Employer where Joe Balcer did mechanical design work; worked with Joe Kaminkow, Gary Stern, Sam Stern; first full playfield design was Baywatch

    Joe Balcer and American PinballJul 16, 2018
  • Japanese video game company; partnered with Stern/Gary Stern to create System 11 pinball board; created ~9-10 games with Thiel's audio; demanding client; employed Lonnie after Thiel/others left

    David ThielJun 3, 2018
  • Manufacturer for which Kevin O'Connor designed Time Machine

    Paul FarisAug 19, 2018
  • Historical pinball manufacturer. Created unreleased King Kong game prototype in the past; Kong's playfield reportedly borrows design elements from this unused design.

    King Kong Pinball ReactionMay 5, 2025
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; produced prototype King Kong machine (10 units) whose playfield design influenced modern Stern version

    New Pinball Machines! King Kong, Dune, Portal, Harry Potter, Merlin's ArcadeMay 1, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer that granted Schelberg unsupervised assembly line access for photography

    Pinball Heroes: Jim SchelbergMar 20, 2009
  • Historic pinball manufacturer whose games were produced using Stern's dimpling press.

    All-Access Tour of the Stern Pinball Factory April 2025 (Featuring King Kong)May 4, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer; made Tales from the Crypt in 1993; era when John Borg worked for the company

    Tales from the Crypt (Data East 1993)Jul 26, 2023
  • Original manufacturer of the TMNT pinball table being discussed

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Data East pin & Konami Game!Oct 15, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer; created Star Trek 25th Anniversary Edition and Return from Mars

    S285: Corvette (Bally)May 26, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer; compared to Harry Williams regarding side rail removal difficulty

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Saving Swords Of Fury Part 5Jul 15, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with specialty display boards

    #91 Stern Flight 2000 - The Classic Pinball PodcastSep 13, 2022
  • Original developer of BurgerTime (1982) and its Deco cassette system

    Arcade1up BurgerTime - Extended Gameplay!Jan 20, 2020
  • Game publisher whose titles are included on Retro-Bit Super Retrocade

    Arcade1Up HDMI Game Console - You can add games too!Oct 16, 2020
  • Manufacturer of Tales from the Crypt and A Nightmare on Elm Street

    SDTM Episode 39: Top 10 Halloween/Horror Pinball Machines with special guests!Oct 29, 2017
  • Manufacturer of Jurassic Park (1993); discussed as having distinctive artwork style and sound design approach, with both praised and criticized elements

    SDTM Episode 64: 2x Bonus Special Jurassic Park and JP Lost World Pinball Machine ReviewJun 22, 2018
  • Manufacturer of Lethal Weapon 3 in 1992

    SDTM Episode 58: Lethal Weapon 3 Pinball Machine ReviewApr 23, 2018
  • Defunct pinball manufacturer that produced Last Action Hero and other machines known for common maintenance issues.

    SDTM Cary Hardy: Dealing With A Routed Pinball Machine (Last Action Hero)Mar 11, 2019
  • Manufacturer of WWF Royal Rumble and other pinball machines referenced in comparison

    SDTM Tutorial: WWF Royal Rumble Pinball MachineDec 20, 2018
  • Previous pinball manufacturer that created an earlier Guns N' Roses game designed by John Borg, which Eric Meunier intentionally did not reference

    Guns N Roses Pinball Featurette (Jersey Jack Pinball, 2020)Oct 5, 2020
  • Manufacturer of Lethal Weapon 3 and other referenced titles; positioned as broadly underrated manufacturer alongside Sega

    Top 10 Most Underrated Pinball Machines Of All TimeDec 26, 2020
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; discussed extensively with recognition of build quality concerns but appreciation for game design and theme licensing

    SDTM Episode 59: The Best of the BestMay 5, 2018
  • Original developer of Captain America and the Avengers and Avengers: Galactic Storm; developed MLC cassette hardware system

    Arcade1up - CES 2021 - X-Men is HERE!Jan 11, 2021
  • Manufacturer of Captain America and the Avengers (1991)

    Arcade Pickers - Episode 3: Double Gorf’dApr 24, 2021
  • Arcade developer, made Crude Buster/Two Crude Dudes and Burning Fight

    Worst Arcade Beat 'em Ups!Jun 8, 2022
  • Historic pinball and arcade game manufacturer that produced RoboCop arcade game in 1987

    Robocop Arcade Game Pickup!Feb 13, 2024
  • Classic arcade game developer; created Night Slashers

    Scariest Arcade Games!May 25, 2022
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; Sharpe was involved with licensing for this company as well

    Episode 63 – Roger Sharpe tried to save Pinball twiceOct 8, 2018
  • Manufacturer of The Simpsons (1990) pinball machine being played

    The Simpsons (Data East1990) 06/17/15Jun 22, 2015
  • Referenced negatively regarding 90s art style; Jack explicitly avoiding that aesthetic for playfield art

    Ghost in the Shell Pinball Homebrew - Casual Gameplay!Aug 16, 2019
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; IP now owned by Sam Stern; Torpedo Alley is a Data East title

    Torpedo Alley PinballAug 14, 2021
  • Pinball manufacturer that made Simpsons machine in 1990; Jack notes Data East became Sega, which became Stern

    The Simpsons (Data East1990) 06/19/15Jun 22, 2015
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; power supply and control board components on the Hook machine are original Data East products

    Hook Pinball Repair Series: Episode 1Jul 18, 2019
  • Pinball machine manufacturer; their standard leg bolt brackets are referenced as the baseline component being upgraded

    How to Install Cabinet Protectors/PlatesSep 10, 2019
  • Original manufacturer of Last Action Hero; used double-sided tape adhesive under side rails

    My Last Action Hero Restoration Part 1Dec 2, 2019
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; released Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pinball game in early 1990s

    The Rumors on Stern Pinball's Next Game and What it Needs!Jan 26, 2020
  • Manufacturer of Hook (1992)

    Hook Pinball Restoration FinaleFeb 2, 2020
  • Pinball machine manufacturer; machines referenced as having easier side rail removal than Williams

    How to Remove Side Rails from Your Pinball MachineMay 17, 2021
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; maker of Rocky & Bullwinkle machine

    Troubleshooting a Rocky & Bullwinkle Pinball Machine - Part 1Aug 2, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; machines have characteristic fuse clip and capacitor reliability issues identified in content

    Troubleshooting a Rocky & Bullwinkle Pinball Machine - Part 2Aug 8, 2022
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; Hardy confirms Data East ramps can be successfully flame polished

    How To Flame Polish Plastic Pinball RampsAug 17, 2022
  • Pinball machine manufacturer; the Rocky and Bullwinkle machine discussed is a Data East title.

    How To Take Apart Your Pinball Playfield (Topside)Aug 24, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; machine exhibits typical quality issues including corroded connectors and fuse holders

    Star Wars Pinball Overhaul: Episode 1May 16, 2023
  • Pinball machine manufacturer; subject of this installation guide

    How to Install Mirror Blades on Data East Pinball MachinesMay 24, 2023
  • Original manufacturer of Jurassic Park pinball (1997); referenced for comparison and 'sausage fingers' design detail

    Stern Fully Reveals Their Jurassic Park Pinball: Overview and ThoughtsJul 27, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer producing machines compatible with PinSound board

    Installing the ULTIMATE PinSound Pack!!Feb 6, 2021
  • Original manufacturer of Star Wars Pinball; Cary notes this is another Data East game, similar to previous restoration

    Star Wars Pinball Overhaul: Episode 2May 20, 2023
  • Vintage pinball manufacturer; produced the Back to the Future game in question

    I Sold my Back to the Future Pinball MachineJul 5, 2020
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; Hardy references their previous TMNT game with pizza disc

    Images of Stern's TMNT Have Been Leaked!May 27, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer where Borg worked 1990+; pioneered DMD technology; operated with lean design teams; known for crunch culture and fast game development cycles

    Fireside Chat with John BorgFeb 12, 2025
  • Video game/pinball manufacturer that created Q*Bert's Quest pinball adaptation; later became Premier.

    Q*Bert Team - Pinball Expo 2018 - Pinball NewsOct 20, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer where Walshert worked in engineering; he designed Apollo 13 and Baywatch there

    American Pinball at Vancouver Flipout Expo 2018Sep 9, 2018
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; mentioned in 1990s stories as customer; hosted hospitality events; supplied Jurassic Park pinball (mentioned as era reference)

    Mike Patzke and Vince Patzke - Pinball Expo 2023 - Pinball NewsOct 20, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer; boards shown with corrosion problems

    Mike Gullo - Pinball Expo 2023 - Pinball NewsOct 20, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer where Borg designed Star Wars (first game, 10,000+ units), Tales from the Crypt, Guns and Roses, Hook, and other major titles; manufacturing 200 games/day during peak production

    The Early Years & More - Pinball Expo 2024 - John BorgOct 18, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer founded 1986, sold to Sega 1994, operated under Japanese ownership 1986-1999

    The Early Years at Data East & Sega Pinball - Pinball Expo 2025 - Pinball NewsOct 17, 2025
  • Vintage manufacturer; multiple games at Pinfest (Frankenstein, Ninja Turtles, etc.); era characterized by similar sound effects across titles; generally mixed reception

    Pinfest Part 2! Texas Chainsaw, Princess Bride!Jun 5, 2024
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; created Tommy, a musical-based pinball game referenced as precedent.

    Episode 211 - Shark + No Eat Ball = JawsJan 21, 2024
  • Classic pinball manufacturer; created original Back to the Future game with 'potato' substitute for Marty due to actor licensing constraints

    Episode 206 - Zero Back to the FutureNov 13, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer where Sheets was hired as DMD programmer; produced Tommy Pinball Wizard; used separate CPU architecture for DMD displays

    Silverball Chronicles Ep 21: Inside the Mind of Lyman SheatsMar 3, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; Batman '89 is a Data East machine; noted for having poor internal access design

    Batman '89 Pinball Overhaul: Episode 1Sep 22, 2023
  • Historical pinball manufacturer whose machines (including Batman '89) are known for problematic power supply capacitors and trace soldering issues

    Batman '89 Pinball Overhaul: Episode 3Oct 9, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer where Joe Balcer began his serious design career under Joe Kamenkow; produced Aaron Spelling, Richie Rich, Baywatch

    Silverball Chronicles Ep 33: Joe Balcer - The King Of ClunkOct 18, 2023
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; machines (Last Action Hero) featured cross-game promotions

    This Proves the Pinball Market has Shifted...Nov 14, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer; Thiel did audio for first five machines (1987-89) including Laser War, Time Machine, Monday Night Football

    Five Minutes to Tilt #4 – David Thiel on Sound Design & the Group That Shaped PinballFeb 22, 2026
  • Pinball manufacturer; Jurassic Park Smart Missile mechanic cited as precedent for Last Starfighter Death Blossom mode

    Episode 113 - We Talk Movie...err...PinballApr 20, 2020
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; lamp/solenoid/switch matrix architecture similar to Williams

    General Pinball Repair & Troubleshooting Tips - Pinball Expo 2025 - Pinball NewsOct 19, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer where Ramunni worked after Bally

    Tony Ramunni - Dutch Pinball Open Expo 2025 - Pinball NewsNov 22, 2025
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; created original Back to the Future machine; legacy continued by Stern

    Episode 218 - Open Source BluesApr 28, 2024
  • Classic pinball manufacturer; Stern's predecessor in corporate lineage; multiple games discussed for potential remasters

    Episode 232 - Nintendo RemasteredNov 9, 2024
  • Historic pinball manufacturer whose licenses (Jurassic Park, Star Wars, TMNT) are being revisited by Stern

    Episode 123 - Knapp Assemble!Sep 7, 2020
  • Historic pinball manufacturer; episode focuses on appreciation and discussion of their game library

    The Big TeaseJun 21, 2024
  • Legacy pinball manufacturer with games designed by John Borg

    VIRTUAL PINBALL EXPO BEGINSOct 14, 2020
  • Manufacturer; Star Wars machine in collection

    THE STRONG NATIONAL MUSEUM OF PLAYApr 17, 2018
  • Major pinball manufacturer competing during 1989-1991; growing production levels with heavy reliance on licensed themes

    THE HISTORY OF ‘STREET LEVEL’ PINBALLSNov 16, 2017
  • Legacy manufacturer of 1991 TMNT pinball game referenced in Gary Stern's email

    TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES REVEALEDMay 28, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer; created 35th Anniversary Playboy pinball machine owned by Hugh Hefner

    Stern WordsApr 11, 2002
  • Previous operator of the Melrose Park facility before Sega Pinball

    Stern Pinball's New FactoryFeb 20, 2015
  • Pinball manufacturer mentioned alongside Williams and Bally as source of dot matrix games

    Shoot AgainAug 15, 2005
  • Dot-matrix pinball manufacturer represented in Silverball Museum Delray Beach collection

    SILVERBALL MUSEUM DELRAY BEACHNov 8, 2016
  • Pinball manufacturer that released Tommy licensed machine in 1994.

    SILVER SCREEN TO SILVER BALLApr 26, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer with 2 machines at Pins Nashville (Guns N' Roses, Last Action Hero)

    PINS MECHANICAL COMPANY NASHVILLEJun 12, 2021
  • Historical manufacturer active 1986-1994, multiple licensed games

    PINBALL ACRONYMSAug 7, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Tommy game featured in exhibition

    PART OF THE MACHINE - ON TOURAug 3, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer; Batman, Torpedo Alley represented in auction

    MUSEUM OF PINBALL COLLECTION AUCTIONED OFFSep 27, 2021
  • Manufacturer of Hook machine (1992)

    META-GAMES UNLIMITEDMar 9, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer represented in Thomson's collection with machines like Star Trek and Last Action Hero

    Lots of LotsJul 16, 2004
  • Pinball manufacturer; games including Star Wars and Playboy in auction

    Lots More LotsJul 25, 2004
  • Pinball manufacturer where Sheats began his career in 1993

    LYMAN SHEATS DIESJan 21, 2022
  • Historic pinball manufacturer with Chicago presence

    Kings and Queens Pinball, Imagists & ChicagoMar 1, 2017
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Rocky & Bullwinkle (1993)

    KORONA WORLDOct 31, 2016
  • Historical predecessor to Stern Pinball, covered in book's historical section

    KEEPING THE BALL ALIVE REVIEWJan 12, 2021
  • Historical pinball manufacturer founded in 1986 by Gary Stern and Joe Kaminkov; became Sega Pinball in 1995

    Jolly Backer LeavesJan 4, 2010
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Hook (1992) and Batman (1991)

    JERRY’S PIZZA MILLOct 20, 2017
  • Historical manufacturer of Guns N' Roses pinball being reimagined by JJP

    IS PINBALL’S FUTURE IN THE PAST?Apr 8, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Rocky and Bullwinkle machine featured at venue

    FIVE & DIMEAug 31, 2016
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Playboy: 35th Anniversary, predecessor to the 2002 Stern Playboy

    Extra... Extra...Mar 8, 2002
  • Pinball manufacturer; Eastside Bowl features multiple Data East titles including Rocky and Bullwinkle (1993), Guns 'N Roses (1994), Hook (1992), Star Wars (1992)

    EASTSIDE BOWL - NE NASHVILLEJul 18, 2022
  • Arcade/pinball company; Paul Faris worked for Data East on pinball artwork

    Churchill's Coming HomeJan 1, 2002
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced games with displays compatible with PinLED replacements

    Bright IdeaOct 23, 2003
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; former employer of Joe Kaminkow and Gary Stern

    BATMAN 66 FEATURESSep 15, 2016
  • Pinball manufacturer whose games are compatible with AdPin flipper products

    ADPIN FLIPPER BATS AND BUTTONSMar 7, 2018
  • Original developer of Magical Drop series (1995)

    New Sequel to the Classic Neo Geo Game Magical DropApr 25, 2023
  • Supplied pinball parts for Disney 'First Toon to the Moon' machine

    Two Super Rare Head-to-Head Pinball Machines Recently Hit the MarketSep 10, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer that developed but abandoned the Universal Studios Park machine

    Rare Prototype Art for a Never Produced Data East Universal Studios Park Pinball MachineJul 7, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer with Phantom of the Opera and Tales from the Crypt in Aftershock's lineup

    ARCADE REPORT: Aftershock Classic Arcade - Madison, WisconsinMay 25, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; 'Tales from the Crypt' represented in Hollywood Candy collection

    Watch Warren Buffett Play Pinball at this Amazing Pinball Candy StoreApr 21, 2022
  • Historic pinball manufacturer that designed the unreleased Total Recall prototype in the 1990s

    THE TOTAL RECALL PINBALL MACHINE THAT ALMOST WASJan 31, 2022
  • Manufacturer; Lyman Sheets worked on multiple titles 1994

    Rest in Peace Lyman SheatsJan 22, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; multiple games at Pinball Perfection including Batman and Back to the Future

    2021 FALL ARCADE ROAD TRIP STOP 5: PINBALL PERFECTION - PITTSBURGH, PANov 12, 2021
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; Rocky and Bowinkle machine at location

    ARCADE REPORT: Barcade - Jersey City, NJ (September 2021)Sep 30, 2021
  • Pinball manufacturer; represented by The Simpsons at Crabtowne

    2019 FALL ARCADE ROAD TRIP, Stop 2: Crabtowne 🦀 USA - Glen Burnie, MD (October 2019)Oct 1, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer; Jurassic Park in collection

    2019 SUMMER ARCADE TOUR STOP 6: Free Gold Watch - San Francisco, California (July 2019)Jul 1, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer; creator of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pinball machine

    2019 SUMMER ARCADE TOUR STOP 3: Robot City Games, Binghamton - New York (July 2019)Jul 1, 2019
  • Classic pinball manufacturer; FarSight actively acquiring licenses and completing emulation for multiple Data East titles

    Bobby King InterviewSep 11, 2014
  • Pinball manufacturer; Chris criticizes build quality (broken machines, weak flippers) but acknowledges good digital versions

    Why Gottlieb's Aren't Chris' Favourite ManufacturerMay 30, 2016
  • Classic pinball manufacturer; D'Aterese table design referenced as influence for Jurassic Park ramps

    Fossilrific ZenMar 2, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer; identified as major licensing consideration for TPA expansion

    Bobby King WMS Licensing Interview and CommentaryMay 11, 2018
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; mirrored Williams layouts in 1980s-90s without licensing consequences per Jared's account

    New content bonanzaOct 24, 2020
  • Historic pinball manufacturer; featured 'participate in local tournaments' messaging on machines

    Let's ride bikes!Jul 27, 2020
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; attempted unreleased King Kong table in 1990

    The 8th Wonder of the World: Stern King Kong TutorialMay 29, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer; employed David Thiel and Brian Schmidt; used BSMT sound system; closed 1999

    Audio Appreciation: Six Great Pinball Sound Designers Who Shaped the Sounds of the GameJul 15, 2025
  • Competing pinball manufacturer; pioneered DMD technology and released The Simpsons and Checkpoint during the street-level era.

    Street Cred: Reviewing Every Gottlieb "Street-Level" Pinball TableJul 25, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer founded 1985 from Stern Electronics; acquired by Sega in 1994

    Past Times Pinball History Ep 22: Harley DavidsonJul 11, 2024
  • Historic pinball manufacturer (1985-1999); subject of entire ranking discussion

    Top 5 Greatest Pinball Machines From Data East (SDTM, 2025)Mar 11, 2025
  • Manufacturer of vintage games featured in ClePin (Gilligan's Island, Meteor, Godzilla category)

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 23: LIVE From ClePinSep 19, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer with 17 total games produced before acquisition; machines down 4% YoY but up 34% over five years

    Is The Pinball Market Crashing? | TMPM Feb 2025Jan 25, 2025
  • Classic pinball manufacturer. Referenced for Star Wars game (Data East version).

    Arcades Across America Part 4 - The Flipper Room and The Pacific Pinball Museum - Episode 46Nov 22, 2024
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; produced Robocop and other early 90s titles

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Pinfest Special Episode 14Aug 15, 2024
  • Historical pinball manufacturer where Borg designed games in earlier career. His Data East era games noted as 'clunky' compared to later Stern style.

    The Bro Of Flow: John Borg Part 2Aug 31, 2023
  • Japanese video game developer; partnered with Gary Stern in 1987; sold pinball division to Sega in 1994.

    Episode 91 - Stern's Dark Age: Pinball in the 2000sJul 14, 2025
  • Manufacturer of Rocky and Bullwinkle in 1993; later became Sega, then Stern (per host)

    Episode 46 - Die on this Hill: Rocky & BullwinkleSep 2, 2024
  • Vintage pinball manufacturer; discussed in context of aftermarket sound board upgrades

    1 Billion Point Game on Dungeons & Dragons Pinball (Pro) on Code 0.93 - New High Score!Aug 24, 2025
  • Historic pinball manufacturer; Tales from the Crypt was a Data East machine Don owned; referenced in context of Star Wars data/design being redone.

    Let's talk Road Games!Aug 25, 2025
  • Historical pinball manufacturer referenced in discussion context (implied)

    Episode 259 – On The Other ShoeNov 21, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer that was intended to produce Twilight Zone but lacked ready hardware/software

    Episode 96 - Pinball Composer w/ Chris GrannerAug 18, 2025
  • Historical predecessor to Stern Pinball; acquisition lineage traced by Gary Stern

    Drinks With Jack Featuring Gary Stern & Seth Davis (Part 1)Dec 16, 2025
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; produced John Borg's first game, the original Star Wars (1992)

    The Making of Star Wars: Fall of the Empire PinballDec 29, 2025
  • Original manufacturer of Guns N' Roses pinball; hosts praise original GnR as strong widebody game

    Episode 100 – The 3 StoogesJul 15, 2019
  • Second-tier manufacturer (behind Williams); known for experimental, daring design philosophy; hired Borg in early 1990s; operated on shoestring budget with limited office space; secured Jurassic Park license through Hook acquisition.

    Borgie – Living The 90s License DreamNov 18, 2020
  • Competitor manufacturer using 'rip-off' of System 11 platform

    Zombie Pinball – The Gottlieb System 3 EraJun 26, 2020
  • Manufacturer (1990-1999) where Borg designed/worked on TMNT, Batman, Star Trek, Hook, Star Wars, Tales from the Crypt, Guns and Roses, Batman Forever; adopted CAD for manufacturing

    Fireside Chat with John BorgFeb 12, 2025
  • Japanese company that invested in and owned DD's Pinball from 1986-1994

    Dutch Pinball Museum, An evening with... Gary SternSep 29, 2024
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; created King Kong prototype; part of Stern's corporate heritage circle

    The Pinball Show Ep 130: Into The Pini-VerseJun 20, 2023
  • Vintage pinball manufacturer; machines (Simpsons, Lethal Weapon 3, GNR) trending up in collectible market; discussed as comparison point for Cactus Canyon valuation

    The Pinball Show Ep 73.5: Stern‘s Next Cornerstone Release Date, Mini-Interview w/Homepin‘s Mike, & Online Platform WarsSep 6, 2021
  • Historic pinball manufacturer; founded 1986 by Gary, Joe, and Shelley Sachs; later became Stern Pinball

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast July 2023 recapAug 4, 2023
  • Previous name of Stern Pinball; developed unreleased King Kong prototype in early days

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2025 recapMay 2, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer founded 1986 with Gary Stern as head, backed by Data East Japan's U.S. subsidiary. Pioneered DMD technology and major licensed IP (Jurassic Park, RoboCop, Tales from the Crypt). Sold to Sega in 1994.

    Gary Stern 75th Birthday Interview - Part 2Jun 14, 2020
  • Mentioned briefly as part of Gary Stern's career progression; predecessor to Sega Pinball and eventual Stern Pinball

    Gary Stern 75th Birthday Interview - Part 1Jun 12, 2020
  • Early employer of Thiel (1987); startup-stage company where he began pinball sound design career; created Reactor arcade game with notable audio package.

    Episode 134: David Thiel sounds offJun 8, 2018
  • Balcer's employer where he began design career; later became Sega; Joe Camel ran engineering department; produced Baywatch, Apollo 13

    Episode 163: Joe Balcer, a career retrospectiveNov 11, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Who's Tommy (1994) designed by Joe Kamenkow; employed Lyman Sheets, Lonnie Ropp, John Carpenter, Kevin Martin

    Episode 199: Pinball Wizard turns 50!May 24, 2019
  • Classic pinball manufacturer; used Dave & Buster's location as test site alongside Williams and Gottlieb.

    Episode 100: Roger SharpeJan 6, 2018
  • Last pinball manufacturer before Jersey Jack; operated until early 1990s; reference point for 'over a decade' claim about JJP being first new manufacturer.

    Even Jersey Jack Pinball Left New JerseyApr 15, 2025
  • Company eventually formed from Stern Electronics' assets and personnel; later became Stern Pinball Inc.

    Data East – Fake It Til Ya Make ItJun 19, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer that employed Sheets as DMD programmer; released Tommy Pinball Wizard in 1994

    Inside The Mind Of Lyman SheatsMar 3, 2022
  • Co-founded by Gary Stern and Joe Kamenko in 1986 as barewall startup; produced pinball games; sold to Sega in 1993

    RePlay Magazine Podcast - Gary SternAug 8, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer that floundered and ultimately failed alongside industry contraction

    Episode 50 - The 90s Pinball Renaissance Pt.2 w/ Roger SharpeSep 30, 2024
  • Manufacturer that designed the apron geometry in 1990s that enables easy death saves; design carried forward by Stern

    Episode 58 - DEATHSAVESNov 25, 2024
  • Manufacturer of Guns N' Roses, The Who's Tommy, Lethal Weapon 3; known for good games and stereo sound capabilities

    Episode 68 - Band PinsFeb 3, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer in 1990; released three games including The Simpsons, Back to the Future, and Phantom of the Opera; hosts note this was relatively lower output compared to Bally Williams.

    Episode 90 - Pinball Hindsight Awards 1990Jul 7, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer; compared unfavorably to Stern Electronics ('there's not a single game that Data East made that holds a candle to Quicksilver')

    Episode 32 - Stern's 'Miracle' YearMay 27, 2024
  • Defunct pinball manufacturer; made Lethal Weapon 3 and Star Wars; known for strong flippers, metal-heavy layouts, and art style divisive among community

    Episode 36 - Die on this Hill: Lethal Weapon 3Jun 24, 2024
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; RoboCop model featured pioneering stereo sound implementation

    Episode 23 - How to Talk to an OperatorMar 25, 2024
  • Japanese video game company that expanded to pinball in 1987 under Stern; later became Sega

    Episode 79 - Licensed ThemesApr 21, 2025
  • Competitor manufacturer; first to implement solid-state flippers and DMD displays; beneficiary of Gottlieb's stagnation during this era

    Episode 73 - Gottlieb System 3: The End of an EmpireMar 10, 2025
  • New pinball manufacturer founded 1987 by Gary Stern; partnered with Japanese video game developer; competed with Williams in licensed games

    Episode 49 - The 90s Pinball Renaissance Pt.1 w/ Roger SharpeSep 23, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer active in late 1980s-1990s, produced approximately 25 full production games with resource constraints compared to Williams, secured major licenses including Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Batman '89, Back to the Future

    Episode 12 - Die on this Hill: WWF Royal RumbleJan 8, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer (1988-1994) that became Sega Pinball; founded by Gary Stern; known for DMD innovation and major licenses

    Episode 26 - Die on this Hill: Space JamApr 15, 2024
  • Released Checkpoint with first DMD; designed Batman, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in 1991

    Episode 105 - Pinball Hindsight Awards 1991Nov 17, 2025
  • Manufacturer that pioneered single-wound coil flipper (1989) and solid-state flipper with MOSFET transistor control (RoboCop 1990); later became Stern

    Episode 98 - Evolution of the FlipperSep 1, 2025
  • Historical manufacturer; produced 1989 Back to the Future pinball with non-authentic casting; provides negative precedent

    Pinball Roundtable Part - 6 with Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez - Episode 70Aug 23, 2025
  • Original developer of 1993-1994 Guns N' Roses pinball machine that current game deliberately avoids repeating

    Ep 7 - Slash of Guns N' RosesOct 13, 2020
  • Last Action Hero used flipper design problems without end-of-stroke switches

    End of year free-for-allJan 2, 2021
  • Historical pinball manufacturer; created original Jurassic Park table that influenced Zen recreation

    Top 10 Zen Originals We Always PlayJan 22, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer where Lyman worked early in his design career, suggested by Roger Sharp as initial employer before returning to Williams

    Ep 159: Lyman's Legacy with Penni Epstein, Roger, Josh, and Zach SharpeJan 28, 2025
  • Historical manufacturer of Guns N' Roses pinball, referenced for design comparison and thematic precedent

    Ep 13: Star Wars Home Edition and Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesJul 18, 2019
  • Historical manufacturer; implemented licensed themes strategy in 1980s-1990s; influenced modern licensing approach

    Ep 17: The Power of A License, Clear coat, and Stern HatsSep 10, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer where Borg worked starting 1990; produced Simpsons, Guns N' Roses (with Slash design input), and was developing Jurassic Park when asked to pivot to Star Wars

    Ep 153: Rock On with John BorgNov 17, 2024
  • Referenced historical precedent for Star Wars licensing with pinball machines

    Star Wars Vs Beetlejuice | Which Rumored Title Will Win?Jul 22, 2025
  • Manufacturer of 1992 Star Wars pinball, where John Borg created his original Star Wars design

    May the Force Be With You: Learn to Play Star Wars: Fall of the EmpireOct 10, 2025
  • Historical pinball manufacturer where John Borg designed original Star Wars game in 1992 that sold 10,400 units

    Stern Launches Star Wars Fall of the Empire PinballSep 12, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer that pioneered DMD displays; planned The Simpsons as first DMD but Checkpoint became first release

    Learn Bally’s Gilligan’s Island in 10 Minutes!Sep 19, 2025
  • Japanese pinball manufacturer acquired by Sega in 1994, providing the foundation for Sega's American pinball operations

    Episode 110 - SEGA PinballJan 26, 2026
  • Pinball manufacturer where Michael Gottlieb worked as 16-year-old intern under Joe Kaminkow; produced games like Monday Night Football.

    TOPCast 13: Michael Gottlieb & Alvin GottliebMar 11, 2007
  • Pinball manufacturer mentioned as significant exporter to Europe during 1990s

    TOPCast 8: Phil PalmerMar 1, 2007
  • Manufacturer of Tommy; caller troubleshot Tommy blinder servo board repair

    TOPCast 7: Tech showFeb 24, 2007
  • Manufacturer of Last Action Hero, subject of Tech Tip of the Week troubleshooting

    TOPCast 5: Tech showFeb 18, 2007
  • Pinball competitor to Williams; more open to community visits than Williams; Orin Day worked there

    TOPCast 62: Greg DunlapJul 30, 2008
  • Defunct pinball manufacturer that employed Fred Young for voice work

    TOPCast 59: Fred YoungMay 21, 2008
  • Borg's second major employer where he transitioned from mechanical engineer to game designer; known for more daring design philosophy; produced games like Jurassic Park and Star Wars

    TOPCast 57: John BorgApr 16, 2008
  • Pinball manufacturer Ward worked for designing GoldenEye

    TOPCast 56: Ward PembertonApr 2, 2008
  • Pinball manufacturer where Orin started December 13, 1993; merged with Sega; key games include Crypt, Guns N' Roses, Tommy

    TOPCast 53: Orin DayFeb 20, 2008
  • Pinball manufacturer where Sheets worked on Tommy, Guns and Roses, Royal Rumble

    TOPCast 50: Lyman SheatsSep 12, 2007
  • Pinball manufacturer where Paul Ferris worked 1990-1996; created games including Fan of the Opera, Back to the Future, Batman, Hook, Royal Rumble, Golden Eye, Twister

    TOPCast 48: Paul FarisAug 12, 2007
  • Pinball manufacturer where Hudson worked 1987-early 1990s on games including The Simpsons, Time Machine, and RoboCop

    TOPCast 46: Margaret HudsonJul 29, 2007
  • Founded September 1986, incorporated November 1-10, 1986 by Joe Kaminkow and Gary Stern; acquired by Konami then Sega; became foundation of modern Stern Pinball; produced ~30,000 units in peak year

    TOPCast 37: Joe KaminkowMay 27, 2007
  • Company Rhine briefly joined after Williams layoff; prevented by non-compete clause from working there

    TOPCast 28: Adam RhineApr 18, 2007
  • Pinball manufacturer referenced in Batman machine tech example

    TOPCast 26: Tech showApr 15, 2007
  • Historic pinball manufacturer founded by Gary Stern and Joe Kaminkow; produced Laser Wars, Robocop, Time Machine; subject of Expo 2025 seminar

    Pinball Expo 2025 in Chicago with Rob Berk | Ep 175Oct 12, 2025
  • 1990s pinball manufacturer where Lonnie Mi worked; part of his industry background

    Homebrew Showcase: Hellraiser by Clint JarretNov 7, 2025
  • Historic pinball manufacturer that created Simpsons Pinball Party

    The Simpsons Who Shot Mr. Burns Custom Homebrew Pinball Machine!Sep 29, 2025
  • Original 1988 publisher/developer of Bad Dudes; known for generic cabinet design and ambidextrous controls for operator convenience

    Bad Dudes Quarter Arcade Review - Are You A Bad Enough Dude?Dec 23, 2025
  • Flipper assembly design partner referenced in service bulletin improvements

    Part 8: 1997 Sega Jurassic Park The Lost World. Fixing the Snagger & Flipper rebuild.Dec 31, 2025
  • Company following Pinstar in Gary Stern's business succession

    Part 3: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! Cabinet & Playfield progress!Aug 27, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer formed after Gary Stern's involvement with original Stern; Pinstar represents business gap between companies

    Part 2: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! WTF is Gamatron anyways?Aug 22, 2025
  • Successor company to Stern Electronics, formed after Gamatron venture

    Ultra Rare Gamatron Pinball Conversion Kit for sale! Under 50 made?Nov 7, 2025
  • Manufacturer of an earlier Jurassic Park pinball version with a more elaborate 3D topper

    Part 1: Pinball Pick Up Adventure for a 1997 Jurassic Park The Lost World (Only 600 made)Dec 10, 2025
  • Manufacturer of competing Jurassic Park pinball game; predecessor to Sega in manufacturing history

    Part 2: 1997 Sega Jurassic Park The Lost World Pinball Project. Set up and inspection!Dec 14, 2025
  • Original manufacturer before Sega takeover; relevant to flipper rebuild kit compatibility

    Part 4: 1997 Sega Jurassic Park The Lost World. Starting on the playfield!Dec 19, 2025
  • Manufacturer of Jurassic Park; noted for mixed game quality with Jurassic Park as standout success

    Pinball Perfection: The Most Satisfying Shots in Pinball – Volume One!Jan 8, 2026
  • Japanese video game company; owned Stern Pinball (then called Stern Electronics) before selling to Sega in 1994

    Turkey TWIPNov 28, 2025
  • Historic pinball manufacturer co-founded by Gary Stern and Joe Kaminkow; games to be reviewed in seminar at Expo 41

    Pinball Expo 2025 with Owner Rob BerkSep 26, 2025
  • Founded by Joe Kaminkow and Gary Stern in mid-1980s; later acquired by Sega; topic of Joe/Gary seminar at Expo 2025

    Episode 429: Pinball Expo 2025 HypeOct 12, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer; Robert notes successful licensing decisions securing Batman '89, Simpsons, and Back to the Future; Joe Kaminkow worked there

    EP12 Robert TerryJan 12, 2026
  • Manufacturer where Borg designed Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Tales from the Crypt, Guns N' Roses, Apollo 13; produced 200 games/day at peak

    Episode 104 - John Borg: The Man Who Doesn't F*&k AroundNov 3, 2025
  • Defunct pinball manufacturer (approx 1988-1993) with ~25 full production games; subject of upcoming battle royale bracket tournament

    Episode 108 – LIONMAN!!Sep 9, 2019
  • Employer after Gottlieb; Borg hired by Joe Camaco and Gary Stern; worked on major IPs including Star Wars

    Drinks with Jack - John Borg EP5Feb 25, 2022
  • Legacy pinball manufacturer; lower playfield design elements used in King Kong artwork

    The Making of King Kong: Myth of Terror Island PinballNov 7, 2025
  • Historical manufacturer; mentioned in context of Stern's quality control testing continuity

    2025 Pinball Expo Factory TourOct 20, 2025
  • Pinball manufacturer founded by Kaminkow, Gary Stern, and Shelly; known for licensed games including Simpsons, Jurassic Park, Lethal Weapon, Star Wars; operated 1987-1998

    Episode 50 – Joe Kaminkow from Kapow PinballJul 2, 2018