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Halo

gameactive27 mentionsFirst seen Jul 23, 2018Last seen Mar 24, 2026

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Halo is a military science fiction video game franchise originating from 2001, currently being developed as a pinball machine by Chicago Gaming Company (CGC) in collaboration with Play Mechanix under designer Mark Ritchie. The project represents a Microsoft licensed IP adaptation for pinball, with an expected public reveal targeted for October 2026 Expo and delivery anticipated in 2028. This game exemplifies the industry trend of adapting major video game franchises into physical pinball titles.

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Halo Pinball

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  • factualhigh

    Halo 3 generated $170 million in sales within first 24 hours and $300 million in one week, and sold 14.5 million copies by 2012

    Source: Primary HostThe Pinball Show Episode 166 BONUS: Does Call Of Duty & Fallout Work For Pinball? Will They Sell?
  • factualhigh

    Halo TV series was canceled after two seasons due to studio interference and inferior quality adaptation

    Source: Primary HostThe Pinball Show Episode 166 BONUS: Does Call Of Duty & Fallout Work For Pinball? Will They Sell?

Recent Mentions (27)

  • Rumored title for Chicago Gaming/Brawl Thrill/Play Mechanics collaboration game with two spinners

    Episode 266 – This Weather SucksMar 24, 2026
  • Rumored pinball title; Don is on distributor list; expected March release at TPF

    Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!Mar 14, 2026
  • CGC release for 2026; TPF title; Mark Richie design (unconfirmed by Don but inferred); contemporary early 2000s IP; appeals to non-pinball enthusiasts

    Don's Pinball Podcast Sunday Livestream11/23/25Nov 24, 2025
  • Video game IP mentioned by listener; Retro Ralph unsure if it would translate well to pinball despite nostalgia

    Episode 18: "Evil Dead ruined my childhood, Listener Voicemails & Maybe Avatar just isn’t that fun”Nov 28, 2024
  • Upcoming CGC release; Kaneda predicts low sales due to brand damage from Pulp Fiction delays and poor marketing

    Episode 1043: "Kaneda Rants on Alice Kickstarter & Addresses Feedback on Kaneda!"Jan 10, 2025
  • Microsoft Xbox first-person shooter franchise; mentioned as potential pinball theme alongside Call of Duty and Fallout

    The Pinball Show Episode 166 BONUS: Does Call Of Duty & Fallout Work For Pinball? Will They Sell?

Contradictions

  • Existing: CGC remake by Mark Ritchie in collaboration with Play Mechanix (mentioned in episodes 1, 2, 4, 5)vsConflicting: Episode 3 mentions 'Pedretti Gaming/Chicago Gaming Company collaboration' without reference to Play Mechanix
    Unresolved
  • Existing: Expected 2026 announcement, 2028 delivery (episode 1)vsConflicting: Episode 5 specifies 'October 2026 Expo reveal' which aligns with 2026 announcement but provides more precision
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026

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Dec 17, 2024
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    Episode 1019: "Kaneda's En Fuego Monday Show"Nov 4, 2024
  • Rumored Chicago Gaming Company pinball title; was expected at TPF but may be delayed; described as moving at 'the speed of CGC.'

    DPP #231 "Let's go to Jack in the Box!"Mar 4, 2026
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  • Stern Pinball game designed by Steve Ritchie; Kaneda predicts will 'bomb' because theme is culturally outdated and irrelevant

    Episode 1057: "Be a Spectator not a Speculator"Feb 28, 2025
  • Video game IP; mentioned as upcoming pinball from Play Mechanics in 2025

    Kaneda Exclusive! Pedretti Gaming's Next Title ConfirmedJan 2, 2025
  • Arcade game described as 'big ass halo game'; coming to Flippin' Out Pinball showroom

    SDTM: a pinball show...Cha Cha ChangesApr 24, 2021
  • Bungie game; critical Xbox launch title; initially received negative press at E3 before launch; became massive commercial success

    Ed Fries - Pinball Expo 2018 - Pinball NewsOct 19, 2018
  • Paramount+ television series criticized as poor video game adaptation; greenlit for second season despite negative reception

    Episode 185 - Time of the ORCJan 23, 2023
  • Rumored upcoming pinball machine; no manufacturer confirmed; mentioned as potential future acquisition

    🔴LIVE - Stern's Uncanny X-Men Limited Edition Pinball Machine with TOPPER CAM!Dec 18, 2025
  • Rumored next Chicago Gaming Company game

    We’re Hosting the TWIPYs! | News with Colin | KineticistDec 31, 2025
  • Rumored pinball adaptation in development by Play Mechanics and Chicago Gaming; based on popular Halo arcade game

    EP17 Brian CosnerFeb 16, 2026
  • Rumored Play Mechanics pinball game based on Microsoft's Halo franchise; described as cross-generational license comparable to Mario

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 22 - TPF25 SpecialMar 20, 2025
  • Video game franchise owned by company where Kaylee George works as multiplayer designer; Kaylee works on this franchise

    Episode 150: Cayle George. Exploits!Aug 28, 2018
  • Raw Thrills game that launched 2 weeks prior to episode; experiencing extreme demand prompting 5-week factory shutdown and 24/7 production

    Episode 143: Josh Sharpe ready for PinburghJul 23, 2018
  • Rumored CGC pinball machine by Mark Ritchie; military sci-fi franchise from 2001; targeting October 2026 Expo reveal

    What Other Pinball Machines are Coming in 2026? Halo, Goonies, Back to the Future & More…Dec 26, 2025
  • Xbox science fiction franchise; rumored basis for next CGC/Play Mechanix collaborative game

    Expanded Code for Monster Bash Pinball Was In the Works; Info on the Next Game from Play Mechanix & Chicago Gaming CompanyJan 3, 2026
  • Rumored Pedretti Gaming/Chicago Gaming Company collaboration; video game IP

    The Pinball Show Ep 187: 2025 Game Sales Data & Industry Pattern AnalysisJan 14, 2026
  • CGC rumored remake; high confidence; uses Play Mechanics (existing Microsoft licensee); potential TPF announcement

    Episode 49: Pinball 2026: What’s REALLY Coming (Rumors vs Reality)Jan 1, 2026
  • CGC remake by Mark Ritchie; rumored; expected 2026 announcement, 2028 delivery

    Episode 1147: "The Eve of Expo"Oct 13, 2025
  • Rumored Mark Ritchie design for Chicago Gaming Company; license held by Play Mechanics and Raw Thrills

    Episode 1136: "Thoughts After Seeing More Star Wars Gameplay"Sep 15, 2025
  • Rumored CGC remake/license theme

    Episode 1166: "Pinball Things I'm Thankful For"Dec 3, 2025