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Embryon

gameactive15 mentionsFirst seen Aug 25, 2016Last seen Nov 22, 2025

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Embryon is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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Claims (3)

  • prediction / opinionmedium

    There are fewer than five Embryon machines on location in arcades.

    Source: George (personal estimate based on experience)#117 Embryon - The Classic Pinball Podcast
  • factualhigh

    Embryon has a misplaced rubber on the left flipper save that should be removed for better gameplay.

    Source: George and Dave (validated from game manual during episode)#117 Embryon - The Classic Pinball Podcast
  • factualmedium

    Embryon had approximately 2,200 units produced with fewer than 1,000 estimated playable in the US

    Source: Seth HolderThe Spinner Is Lit - Episode 6: Pinball Show the Love

Recent Mentions (15)

  • Bally classic; first game George bought as a collector; featured in restoration discussion with seven-digit display conversion

    #19 The Production Room Floor: The Classic Pinball PodcastDec 11, 2019
  • Game Ron worked on; experienced GI (general illumination) circuit failure related to negative 5 voltage issue

    Episode 7 – At The MoviesAug 25, 2016
  • Rare early-80s EM game (Class of 81), purchased by Rochester Pinball Cooperative for $3,200 in good condition

    #116 Pinfest 24 - The Classic Pinball PodcastJun 11, 2024
  • 1980 Bally wide body arcade pinball; game of the week; last arcade-generation Bally wide body; approximately 2,200 units produced; Seth's collection piece

    The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 6: Pinball Show the LoveMay 29, 2017
  • 1981 Bally wide-body; last wide-body machine produced by Bally

    #47 Hot Doggin - The Classic Pinball PodcastFeb 16, 2021
  • Wide-body Bally game from the same series as Future Spa

    1979 Bally Future Spa Gameplay / Tutorial & Tournament Strategies!

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Jul 11, 2025
  • 1982 Valley pinball machine designed by Claude Fernandez; produced in 2,200 units; subject of main episode focus. Rare, controversial artwork, flipper design flaw identified.

    #117 Embryon - The Classic Pinball PodcastAug 6, 2024
  • Bally pinball machine available at venue; also subject of Pinball Arcade voting poll against Paragon

    Pinball Outreach Project Charity Event with Belles and Chimes PDX!Apr 1, 2017
  • Pinball machine at Logan Arcade; Jack mentions someone recently purchased one

    HEAVY METAL MELTDOWN! #PinballMar 5, 2017
  • #11 seed in Widebody Tournament; upset #6 seed Guns N' Roses with 50.7% margin (single vote); faces Star Trek: TNG in Round 3

    Episode 28 - A Triforce of SegmentsFeb 13, 2017
  • Bally game; Ramunni's first at Bally; four-color process; H.R. Giger influenced; name changed from 'Clone'; controversial master race artwork comments

    Tony Ramunni - Dutch Pinball Open Expo 2025 - Pinball NewsNov 22, 2025
  • Wide-body pinball game mentioned in Dr. Pin's lottery wishlist for unique flipper mechanics in outlanes

    The Super Awesome Pinbal Show - S2 E23 - Roger Sharpe Pt.1Jan 23, 2021
  • Classic pinball machine being voted for season 7 Farsight release; super-wide body; LED-friendly design with strong blue lighting aesthetics

    Circuits and GapsMar 26, 2017
  • Pinball machine Robert has at home; Robert made notable saves on it at Bat City; has different tilt bob setup than tournament versions; Robert tilted twice in playoff match

    Episode 115: Who is this guy?Mar 19, 2018
  • Wide body College State game at Flip Out London; Neil's personal favorite there

    Episode 83 – Neil McRae’s Bright Pinball FutureMar 11, 2019