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Creature

gameactive16 mentionsFirst seen May 8, 2017Last seen Feb 10, 2026

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Creature is a pinball machine that appears in the pinball community's streaming and tournament contexts. The machine is noted for having an unfamiliar or complex rule set and presents mechanical challenges such as outlane gap difficulty. It has been featured in casual play sessions and competitive tournament scoring, suggesting it is part of active pinball collections.

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  • factualmedium

    Interactive LCD screen mods for Creature cost approximately $900-950 USD

    Source: Drew (citing Spanish mod maker Pinball South Park)Episode 102: Mock Interview with Bob from Deeproot, and other crap.
  • factualhigh

    Non-interactive LCD screen mods for Creature by Juzpinball cost slightly over $300 with shipping

    Source: Drew (personal purchase experience)Episode 102: Mock Interview with Bob from Deeproot, and other crap.

Recent Mentions (16)

  • Game Dan fully restored; plays the same or potentially worse than before restoration despite cosmetic improvements.

    The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 60 Bye Bye 2023 (1)Dec 24, 2023
  • Pinball machine where George placed second in match play session; George hadn't played since visiting Tony Zidzik's house ~20 years ago

    #82 Stiff Competition - The Classic Pinball PodcastApr 12, 2022
  • Pinball game referenced for comparison; requires spelling FILM to achieve multiball, forcing all playfield shots

    Episode 7 - Die on this Hill: Gilligan's IslandDec 4, 2023
  • Pinball machine played at end of quarterfinals coverage; flipper settle mechanic criticized by commentator

    2017 It Never Drains in Southern California Playoffs - QuarterfinalsMay 8, 2017
  • Vintage pinball machine undergoing restoration by Scott Ian; restoration cost ~$10,000; nearly complete except for powder coat; uses Pinstadiums lighting

    Episode 101: The boys are back and get caught up on all things Pinball!Jul 24, 2021
  • Pinball machine being heavily customized with LCD screen mods, LED lighting, and powder-coat work by Scott Ian

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Episode 102: Mock Interview with Bob from Deeproot, and other crap.
Aug 17, 2021
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  • Farsight digital table with updated physics affecting flipper angles and ramp shooting difficulty

    Mr Hart, whatta mess!May 31, 2017
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  • Classic pinball game; Paul ranks its music alongside Swords of Fury as among greatest in pinball

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    Pinball Pick Up Adventure for a Mousin' Around & Gilligan's IslandDec 24, 2025
  • Pinball machine mentioned in context of final tournament scoring

    London Pinball Birthday Shenanigans at The Grasley Garage!Oct 29, 2025
  • Pinball machine featured during stream; host notes unfamiliarity with rule set

    Episode 80 – They Call Me Bruce?Feb 18, 2019
  • Pinball machine referenced as 'cursed' by host; unreliable/unfun player experience

    Dirty Pool Podcast Ep15 – Rebecca Salam on Pinball CollectivesAug 27, 2025
  • Cited as design influence/homage in Pokemon

    Pokemon looks like a love letter to some of Jack's favorite games. Anything I'm missing?Feb 10, 2026