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Bond

gameactive30 mentionsFirst seen Sep 14, 2022Last seen Apr 10, 2026

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Bond is a pinball game, likely from Williams or Stern, that features notable mechanical design elements including a jetpack spinner lock shot and a far-left orbit shot. The game is referenced as a design comparison point for upper flipper shot aperture and ramp design characteristics. Bond appears to be a classic or reference title in pinball history used by enthusiasts and designers to discuss shot layout standards.

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  • factualhigh

    Bond Pro experienced ball-trap issues during Expo tournament affecting multiple games

    Source: TomTriple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 44 - Expo 2023 Recap Fun!
  • opinionhigh

    Bond code quality has improved significantly from earlier versions with new mini wizard modes and smart bombs

    Source: TomTriple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 44 - Expo 2023 Recap Fun!
  • factualmedium

    Bond game photos have leaked and the game is scheduled to release Thursday

    Source: Tom (podcast host)Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 23: LIVE From ClePin
  • factualhigh

    Bond features an Aston Martin car toy with ejector seat mechanic referencing Goldfinger

Recent Mentions (30)

  • James Gomez-designed Stern game; streamer compares its code depth (minimal) to Pokémon Premium

    Pokémon Premium by Stern Pinball: Day 2. Streamed from Raccoon City Pinball.Apr 10, 2026
  • Classic Stern title used as gameplay comparison point; Don notes Pokémon shares mechanical structure (scoop shootout, left orbit shot)

    Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!Mar 15, 2026
  • Pinball machine with Goldfinger laser interactive mod creating mini-game within game.

    Pinball Mod Talk Episode 22: 2024 Mod ShowcaseDec 10, 2024
  • Stern Pinball title from two years prior to 2024 Expo; booth had padded carpet

    Episode 15: “The BIGGEST Pinball Expo 2024 SURPRISES and DISAPPOINTMENTS”Oct 20, 2024
  • Stern Pinball game; recently updated to code version 9.4 with significant content additions; showing continuous improvement

    DPP #41 "Cleveland is off the hook! Hotel sadness! Dutch livestream!"May 12, 2023
  • Previous Stern Pinball game that launched with bare-bones code and required piecemeal updates

    DPP #55 "The Calm Before the Storm"

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Source: Josh Roop and Matt Scott (from leaked photos)Ep 92: No Pinheads, I Expect You To Wait!
  • factualmedium

    Bond includes a motorized crane toy with a figure in a tuxedo and jetpack on the playfield

    Source: Josh Roop and Matt Scott (from leaked photos)Ep 92: No Pinheads, I Expect You To Wait!
  • Jul 17, 2023
  • Stern pinball title; Joel mentioned streaming early code with no ball tracking issues

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 51 - John Wick Reveal and Travis’s TED Talk!May 10, 2024
  • Premium Stern game; experienced magnet trap ball issues during Expo tournament; Tom reacquiring unit; significant code improvements noted; Joel commentated tournament matches

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 44 - Expo 2023 Recap Fun!Oct 28, 2023
  • Stern game example of stripped-down launch code that matured into excellent game through updates and approvals

    81: 2024 Review Megabanger!Dec 31, 2024
  • Unreleased James Bond-themed Stern Pinball machine, designed by George Gomez

    Ep 92: No Pinheads, I Expect You To Wait!Sep 14, 2022
  • Pinball machine that Mike worked on code improvements for; initially had poor code quality but is now well-regarded

    037: What makes it a GREAT location?Mar 2, 2026
  • Referenced Stern title that preceded Venom in production schedule; reportedly improved significantly with recent code updates according to hosts' sources

    Ep 113: That Venom Has a Booty!Jul 21, 2023
  • Pinball machine streamer does not own but seeking to acquire via trade to gain home play experience beyond location play

    Stern Pinball Jurassic Park v1.11 Gameplay StreamAug 24, 2023
  • Stern pinball machine; host considered purchasing but decided against it; emphasizes code quality as critical success factor

    Stream 639: The Mandalorian (Stern) PremiumJul 30, 2023
  • Jersey Jack Pinball machine; Electric Bat owns both Pro and Premium versions; Rachel and Kale compared layouts at Expo

    Pinball Party Podcast Ep 29: Rachel & Cale Kick It...Sup?May 11, 2023
  • Stern Pinball game; referenced as recent release during backlog period

    Episode 178 - Let's Just Rename EverythingOct 17, 2022
  • Older James Bond pinball game; recently streamed; hosts discuss tutorial content being filmed

    🔴LIVE - Stern's Uncanny X-Men Limited Edition Pinball Machine with TOPPER CAM!Dec 18, 2025
  • Stern Pinball release (James Bond 007); cited as example of game that improved significantly through code updates

    I Traded My Uncanny X-Men Pinball for Black Knight – Big Mistake?Jan 31, 2025
  • Stern game; referenced for sparse wireform use; designed with George Gomez

    DPP #120 "Lets talk Wick...and Ohio"May 6, 2024
  • Recent Stern release at early code stage; cited as cautionary example of game released too early

    BDYETP 79: Venom Revealed, Centaur Revisited, Punny Factory Ships, and mods to avoid.Jul 24, 2023
  • Pinball machine on the floor at post-COVID Pinball Expo alongside Godzilla

    EP15 Retro RalphFeb 3, 2026
  • Stern game discussed as struggling launch recovery; hosts predict long-term success trajectory

    The Pinball Show Ep 124: Foo Fighters VS The Godfather VS GTF! VS TNA 2: Carbon CopyFeb 28, 2023
  • New Stern pinball (James Bond themed); shipping to locations but LE versions not yet available; mentioned as main anticipated game

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 27: Travis Is All Over Bond!Dec 1, 2022
  • Stern Pinball reference game; Don notes limited Pro-to-Premium feature differentiation, contrasting with John Wick's more substantial upgrades

    We are Pinball WAP Episode 3 Stern John Wick LE WWE LE & Data East Pinball machinesJun 21, 2024
  • Previous Stern release with similar screen implementation constraints as Star Wars: Fall of the Empire

    Star Wars: Fall of the Empire by Stern Pinball: Game Announcement Breakdown.Sep 13, 2025
  • Premium pinball machine Chris owns; used as comparison point for upper flipper shot aperture design; described as having tight ramp design versus Dirty Harry's wider shot

    Dirty Harry Pinball Review | First Impressions, Gameplay & Hidden Gem from WilliamsAug 23, 2025
  • Stern pinball game; mentioned in context of designer transitions

    not allowed to live stream for 24hr, so let's experiment with sound insteadJan 5, 2026
  • Referenced as comparison for far-left orbit shot design on Pokémon Pinball

    First Look: Pokemon Pinball MachineFeb 14, 2026
  • Pinball reference for jetpack spinner lock shot; Pokémon left orbit designed as easier, obscured version of this signature George Gomez mechanic

    035: Catch 'em All! - Pokemon Media Day at Stern HQFeb 13, 2026
  • Chat participant who suggested Kaneda is 'going soft'; criticized for not aggressively covering operator challenges with JJP

    Episode 1151: "Kaneda's Gone Soft"Oct 25, 2025