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Independence Day

gameactive7 mentionsFirst seen Jul 25, 2017Last seen Jul 14, 2026

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Independence Day is a game mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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  • opinionhigh

    Independence Day has shallow rules with no real modes and relies on multiball/hurry-ups as primary gameplay

    Source: Kineticist reviewerThe Best Pinball Machine of 1996, Ranked
  • opinionhigh

    Independence Day has good playfield flow and can be fun for casual shooting despite shallow rules

    Source: Kineticist reviewerThe Best Pinball Machine of 1996, Ranked
  • opinionhigh

    Independence Day is a 'flowy, great game' but didn't make the top 5 Data East ranking

    Source: HostsTop 5 Greatest Pinball Machines From Data East (SDTM, 2025)

Recent Mentions (7)

  • 1996 Sega pinball machine based on the 1996 film; features shallow rules, poor audio design, but good playfield flow.

    The Best Pinball Machine of 1996, RankedJul 14, 2026
  • Sega pinball with good flow and three ramps but criticized for hideous playfield despite Jeff Goldblum theme appeal

    SDTM: a pinball show Episode 27: This or That? (Dialed In vs Star Wars and more)Jul 25, 2017
  • Sega pinball machine from 1996; Mike owns promotional spaceship toy from this game that was sold as merchandise around 1996-1997

    Renting Pants, Exploded Electronics & Space Ships | Twilight Zone Pinball Repair Chaos & More!May 26, 2026
  • Pinball machine in Quarters collection that Joe mentioned seeing Michael fix (rare on location)

    How We Opened Quarters Arcade Bar in SLC Utah with Michael and Katy | Ep 186Mar 18, 2026
  • Sega pinball machine from 1996; author notes it is rarely seen on location

    HIDDEN ARCADE: Mom’s Organic Market - Roslyn, PA (August 2021)Aug 24, 2021
  • Stern pinball machine with narrow lanes similar to Terminator games; referenced as example of precision-shot design

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  • Data East pinball machine; hosts acknowledge it's a great game but didn't make top 5

    Top 5 Greatest Pinball Machines From Data East (SDTM, 2025)Mar 11, 2025