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Corvette

gameactive45 mentionsFirst seen Apr 8, 2007Last seen Apr 10, 2026

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Corvette is a 1994 Williams pinball game designed by George Gomez and programmed by Tom Uban and Bill Croft. It marked Gomez's first pinball design and featured innovative engineering including an engine shake mechanism using analog solenoid technology, a third flipper, and plastic ramps. The game influenced Gomez's later work and is frequently referenced in the pinball community as a notable example of early 1990s design philosophy.

Aliases

Corvette 2

Relationships

  • designedGeorge GomezGeorge Gomez designed Corvette as his first pinball gamemedium
  • manufacturesWilliamsWilliams manufactured Corvette in 1994medium
  • affiliated_withAdam RhineAdam Rhine worked on Corvette's dot matrix display as his first dot matrix project, arriving late in developmentmedium

Facts

  • achievementGeorge Gomez's first designhighfrom 1994
  • achievementProgrammed by Tom Uban and Bill Crofthighfrom 1994
  • affiliationReleased by Williams in 1994highfrom 1994
  • attributeUsed car graphics designed by Scott Fulmiani and Eugene Gearhighfrom 1994
  • attributePinball game designed by George Gomezhighfrom 1994
  • attributeFeatured innovative engine shake mechanism using analog solenoid technologyhighfrom 1994

Claims (11)

  • factualhigh

    Corvette VPX was just officially released today

    Source: ManuCorvette Virtual Pin (Midway 1994)
  • opinionhigh

    The Corvette VPX engine rendering looks flat in 3D compared to the original machine

    Source: ManuCorvette Virtual Pin (Midway 1994)
  • factualhigh

    Manu had access to a preview build of Corvette VPX approximately one week and a half ago

    Source: ManuCorvette Virtual Pin (Midway 1994)
  • factualhigh

    The left-left-right-left-left button combination activates Corvette's super skill shot

    Source: George (host)S285: Corvette (Bally)

Recent Mentions (45)

  • Referenced car with engine mechanic that inspired Nick Moran's V8 Hemi engine ball lock design for Turbo Time

    Homebrew Showcase: Turbo Time Pinball at Texas Pinball Festival 2026Apr 10, 2026
  • Car model; referenced as having a shaking-ball engine mechanic that Nick Moran upgraded to a ball-locking engine in Turbo Time

    Homebrew Showcase: Turbo Time Pinball at Texas Pinball Festival 2026Apr 6, 2026
  • Williams pinball machine focused on combo-based scoring and multiball; appeared in tournament rounds

    Episode 13 - Pinburgh Part 2Aug 18, 2019
  • Pinball machine owned by Gavin, recently played and discussed; described as 'not bad but forgettable' with broken components

    The Walking Dead (Pro) #Pinball (Stern 2014) 09/01/15Sep 4, 2015
  • Tournament game at ClePin finals; Travis selected as bus driver in final group; allows locked ball stacking strategy

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 23: LIVE From ClePinSep 19, 2022
  • Pinball machine that was replaced by Jack*Bot rental in the Garage Arcade.

    S291: Jack*Bot - Part 1

Contradictions

  • Existing: Corvette is a physical pinball game from 1994vsConflicting: Mention 1 references 'gameplay audio callouts in Pokémon footage' which suggests Corvette audio may appear in Pokemon Pinball digital content, unclear connection
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Corvette is a 1994 Williams pinball gamevsConflicting: Mention 0 describes it as Gomez's 'first design' with an attempt to emulate T2/Payback Time energy, but T2 was released in 1991 and Payback Time in 1997, making the comparison timeline unclear
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Corvette was designed by George Gomez in 1994vsConflicting: Mention 3 states 'Allegedly George Gomez's first design' with hedging language, contradicting the confident assertion in mentions 0, 5, 6, and 7
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026

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  • attributeAdam Rhine's first dot matrix programming projecthighfrom 1994
  • locationCurrently owned by Jared for comparison purposesmediumfrom 2024
  • factualhigh

    Corvette has no post-transfer feature

    Source: George (host)S285: Corvette (Bally)
  • factualmedium

    Corvette's ball save is very short and shorter than Black Knight's

    Source: George (host)S285: Corvette (Bally)
  • factualhigh

    Corvette was designed by George Gomez

    Source: George (host)S285: Corvette (Bally)
  • factualhigh

    Corvette is designed by George Gomez

    Source: Don't Panic FlipS259: Corvette (Bally) 1994
  • factualhigh

    Corvette features a colored DMD

    Source: Don't Panic FlipS259: Corvette (Bally) 1994
  • opinionmedium

    Corvette is underrated and not in PinSide top 100

    Source: Don't Panic FlipS259: Corvette (Bally) 1994
  • factualhigh

    Corvette pinball has a warped ramp requiring heat gun treatment and rail replacement

    Source: GavinMetallica! Let's start the sub-goal towards the Snowball Mic Giveaway! #Pinball #Streaming 11/16/15
  • Jun 4, 2020
  • Pinball machine recently listed for sale in Denver area that George is interested in acquiring

    S249: Jurassic Park Pro Direct VideoMar 6, 2020
  • George Gomez's first pinball design, three-flipper game; last three-flipper he designed before Bond

    Just Another Pinball Interview: George Gomez, Chief Creative Officer Stern PinballDec 21, 2022
  • Pinball game designed by George Gomez at Williams Electronics in 1994; co-designed with Johnny Pinball mnemonic

    George Gomez and Stern 2018Jul 10, 2018
  • Pinball machine George currently has in his garage; he's working toward completing the 'Future Cars' objective; has 3 weeks remaining; goal is 1.2-2.1 billion points

    S260: Total Nuclear AnnihilationMar 31, 2020
  • Pinball machine mentioned as streamer's personal 'big wish game' (desired machine)

    Playboy (Stern 2002) VPinApr 12, 2020
  • Pinball machine; noted as George Gomez's first game; Go Kiko has recreated in VPX

    Al's Garage Band Goes On a World Tour (Alvin G 1992)Sep 17, 2020
  • George Gomez design; Mike Harry Williams cites as favorite for ramp quality and distinctive play style

    Episode 127 TribeMember MadnessSep 26, 2022
  • Pinball machine designed by George Gomez, listed among his major works

    Pinball Heroes: George GomezJan 31, 2009
  • Virtual pinball table (VPX) based on Midway 1994 Corvette pinball machine; just released; features drag racing mechanics and multiball modes; Manu criticizes 3D engine rendering quality

    Corvette Virtual Pin (Midway 1994)Jul 15, 2020
  • Pinball machine available locally that a guest is considering purchasing with George's evaluation

    S282: Attack from Mars (Bally)May 14, 2020
  • George Gomez-designed pinball machine that George is currently renting

    S277: Attack from MarsMay 5, 2020
  • Bally pinball machine; primary focus of stream; designed by George Gomez; difficult game with multiball, racing mode, and car-collecting mechanics

    S285: Corvette (Bally)May 26, 2020
  • Bally pinball machine from 1994, designed by George Gomez, rented for streaming

    S259: Corvette (Bally) 1994Mar 27, 2020
  • Gomez's first pinball design, early in career

    Episode 58 – George GomezAug 27, 2018
  • Pinball machine being played on stream; discussed as having simple ramp-focused rules strategy

    Last day before vay-cay. #Pinball #Streaming 11/24/15Nov 29, 2015
  • Pinball machine undergoing maintenance at DeadFlip; warped ramp ('skid mark ramp') being fixed; new rails being installed with glow-in-dark feature

    Metallica! Let's start the sub-goal towards the Snowball Mic Giveaway! #Pinball #Streaming 11/16/15Nov 29, 2015
  • Bally pinball machine by George Gomez; subject of stream; had mechanical issues with skid pad ramp that prevented proper gameplay; now repaired

    Corvette? Fine. #Pinball #Streaming 11/23/15Nov 29, 2015
  • Pinball game by George Gomez; mentioned as earlier work before Johnny Mnemonic

    Holiday Special!! World Cup Soccer, Bull City SoleraJun 19, 2024
  • Bally-Midway pinball game; noted as newly added during author's visit to Mega Play

    MEGA PLAYApr 25, 2017
  • Previous George Gomez three-flipper design, reference point for Bond game design evolution

    Full Details on Stern James Bond Pinball Machine (Now Including High Res Pictures & Video)Sep 22, 2022
  • Referenced as comparison for Bond's cross-playfield shot design; noted as Gomez's first game

    BDYETP 71: The One Where We Talk About James Bond (and review Godzilla)Oct 7, 2022
  • George Gomez's first designed pinball game; featured third flipper and plastic ramps; discussed as example of preferred layout design

    The Pinball Show Ep 23: 3:10 To Den DenJul 27, 2020
  • Williams game Bill co-worked on with Tom Euevan; division of labor: Tom did rules, Bill did display work

    Fireside Chat with Bill GruppFeb 7, 2025
  • Tournament game; Travis blew it up on ball 1 in Finals game 2; features lockable balls and skill shot options

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 23: LIVE From ClePinSep 19, 2022
  • Pinball game Travis dominated at Cleapin, mentioned as game he 'blew up' on Saturday and Sunday

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 24: We Are ALL IN On Galatic Tank ForceOct 4, 2022
  • Early Gomez game; he'd make race start easier for casual players

    Episode 259: George GomezMay 16, 2020
  • George Gomez-designed pinball influenced by Steve Ritchie's design philosophy; features motor and car track elements

    Episode 50 - The 90s Pinball Renaissance Pt.2 w/ Roger SharpeSep 30, 2024
  • Stern Pinball game designed by Gomez; discussed as example of authentic detail (LT5 engine specifications) elevating theme and engagement for knowledgeable players

    Episode 78 - Sopranos Pinball w/ George GomezApr 14, 2025
  • Pinball machine previously guest-hosted in Jared's garage as part of trading network

    The pros and cons of real and digital pinball cab ownershipJun 24, 2024
  • Jared currently has in garage for comparison purposes

    Netflix and Zen?Feb 19, 2024
  • Pinball game designed by Gomez at Williams

    TOPCast 40: George GomezJun 10, 2007
  • George Gomez game; Rhine's first dot matrix project; arrived late in development; used existing car graphics from Scott Fulmiani and Eugene Gear

    TOPCast 28: Adam RhineApr 18, 2007
  • 1994 Williams pinball game designed by George Gomez, programmed by Uban and Bill Croft; featured innovative engine shake mechanism using analog solenoid technology

    TOPCast 24: Tom UbanApr 8, 2007
  • Commercial pinball game referenced in comparison to Turbo Time's V8 engine feature

    Homebrew Showcase: Turbo Time Pinball by Nick MoranNov 7, 2025
  • Allegedly George Gomez's first design; referenced for comparison of ramp design sophistication

    NEW @sternpinballinc Star Wars Fall of the Empire! WAIT - I've seen this playfield before, Austin!Sep 20, 2025
  • Stern title; Walt played before Expo and discussed with George Gomez; used as conversation starter

    Lets talk @SpookyPinball 's Beetlejuice / Stern has REMADE another classic / KARL DROPS A BANGER!!!Nov 8, 2025
  • Prior Stern title; mentioned in gameplay audio callouts in Pokémon footage

    pokemon pinball first impressionsFeb 13, 2026
  • Rumored Stern title starting with letter C; Kaneda skeptical of commercial viability at current pricing

    Episode 1170: "World Exclusive New Game Coming Early 2026"Dec 17, 2025
  • George Gomez's first design; attempt to emulate T2/Payback Time energy

    Drinks with Jack Featuring George Gomez (Part 3)Jan 12, 2026