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Lost World

gameactive24 mentionsFirst seen Mar 14, 2007Last seen Feb 17, 2026

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Lost World refers to multiple distinct pinball machines across different manufacturers and eras, creating significant confusion in the knowledge base. The primary reference appears to be a 1997 Sega pinball game based on the Jurassic Park: The Lost World movie, which was undergoing restoration and receiving custom modifications. However, evidence also references a 1979 Bally wide-body machine and a Valley pinball game, suggesting either poor data consolidation or conflation of unrelated titles.

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  • attribute1997 Sega pinball game based on Jurassic Park: The Lost World moviehighfrom 1997
  • attributeCriticized for poor video mode design and plastic stand-up targetshigh
  • attributeExample of poor Sega game designhigh
  • statusSubject of restoration by Mikehighfrom 2025-12-19 until 2026-01-24
  • statusReceiving custom mods and parts during restorationhighfrom 2026-01-16
  • statusArt blades delayed in shipment during restorationhighfrom 2026-01-16

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    Lost World's ball capture mechanism doesn't physically lock the ball into the Humvee; it just returns it via a scoop like a subway system

    Source: Zach SharpeSDTM: a pinball show Episode 18: Top 10 Ball Locks

Recent Mentions (24)

  • Bally solid-state machine (1979) purchased by Lee Feldwick's parents when he was 14; Lee still owns this machine

    TOPCast 14: Lee FeldwickMar 14, 2007
  • Source cabinet for Voltan restoration; originally stripped arcade window decoration purchased from Indianapolis contact

    #65 Meeting of the Minds - The Classic Pinball PodcastOct 26, 2021
  • Stern game criticized repeatedly for virtual ball lock mechanism masquerading as physical (ball captured by snagger/Humvee but not actually retained); running complaint throughout video

    SDTM: a pinball show Episode 18: Top 10 Ball LocksMay 22, 2017
  • EM-era pinball machine owned by Rachel

    Tribe Multiball with Rachel and Tim:. Episode 1Mar 23, 2021
  • Bally pinball game; first four-color process backglass in pinball industry; revolutionary printing technique developed by Faris and colleagues; huge commercial and critical success

    Paul FarisAug 19, 2018
  • Game owned by Zach Sharpe; has significant personal value; only machine he contemplated keeping if downsizing

    SDTM Episode 50: This Or That? Road Trip!!! (Houdini or Dialed In! & more pinball)

Contradictions

  • Existing: Lost World is a recent acquisition by Jared requiring repairs (mentions 4, 7)vsConflicting: Mention 1 indicates the machine is in queue after an Alien Star Alien Star playfield swap project, with no mention of Jared's ownership
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Lost World is a 1997 Sega pinball game based on Jurassic Park: The Lost World movie (mentions 2, 3, 4)vsConflicting: Mention 5 describes Lost World as a Valley pinball game from Paul Faris's career history (2007-08-12)
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Lost World is a 1997 Sega Jurassic Park game (mentions 2, 3, 4)vsConflicting: Mention 8 describes Lost World as a 1979 Bally machine with wide-body format
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 3, 2026

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Feb 18, 2018
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  • Game Greg fully tore down and restored; example of learning experience with plastic ramp flame polishing

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  • Bally pinball machine acquired by Jared; arrived with logic board failure (DOA); requires Alltech board replacement; playfield in reasonable condition

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  • 1978 pinball machine; Ian's first pinball machine, still operating at Propeller Arcade; chosen over Stern Magic due to superior artwork

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  • 1979 Bally machine with unusual wide body (bellies) format; recently acquired by Jared

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  • Pinball machine recently acquired by Jared; requiring new board set and display replacements

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  • Gottlieb classic game with 10,000+ units produced. Referenced by Bowen as weak competitive game that should not be acquired for Pinburgh.

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  • Valley pinball game; described by Paul as major turning point in his career and for pinball business

    TOPCast 48: Paul FarisAug 12, 2007
  • Jurassic Park Lost World pinball machine being restored; art blades delayed in shipment; receiving custom mods and parts

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  • Alternate title/reference to Jurassic Park; featured in gameplay sequences

    Part 10: 1997 Sega Jurassic Park The Lost World. Finishing Touches!Jan 24, 2026
  • 1997 Sega pinball game based on Jurassic Park: The Lost World movie; subject of restoration

    Part 4: 1997 Sega Jurassic Park The Lost World. Starting on the playfield!Dec 19, 2025
  • Pinball machine Mike is currently working on; playfield swap project will queue after this

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  • Criticized for poor video mode design and plastic stand-up targets; discussed as example of poor Sega game design

    Episode 106 – The GOAT featuring Keith ElwinAug 26, 2019