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JJP

companyactive18 mentionsFirst seen Jun 4, 2017Last seen Apr 6, 2026

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Jersey Jack Pinball (JJP) is a boutique pinball machine manufacturer and one of the two major competitors in the modern pinball industry alongside Stern Pinball. Founded and operating as a premium manufacturer, JJP is known for high-quality artwork, design standards, and feature-rich games. The company has secured major entertainment licenses including Harry Potter (2025 release) and is developing Sonic the Hedgehog, positioning itself as a quality benchmark in the collector market through exclusive toppers, advanced operator monitoring via Spike-based systems, and consistent innovation.

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  • affiliated_withHead2Head PinballFrequent subject of gameplay sessions and designer updatesmedium
  • manufacturesHarry PotterJJP manufactures Harry Potter pinball machine; major 2025 release with exclusive CE toppersmedium
  • producesSonic the HedgehogJJP is developing Sonic the Hedgehog pinball gamemedium
  • affiliated_withStern Pinball Inc.JJP positioned as one of only two major manufacturers capable of securing major entertainment licenses alongside Sternmedium
  • affiliated_withSpooky Pinball LLC

Facts

  • achievementAttended Pinball Expo 2025highfrom 2025-10-06
  • achievementManufactures Harry Potter pinball machinehighfrom 2025
  • achievementDeveloping Sonic the Hedgehog pinball gamehighfrom 2025
  • affiliationBoutique pinball machine manufacturerhigh
  • attributeIncludes exclusive toppers with Collector's Edition gameshigh
  • attributeKnown for loading games with extensive featureshigh
  • statusQuality benchmark standard for artwork and design in pinball industry

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Recent Mentions (18)

  • Commercial pinball manufacturer (Jersey Jack Pinball); discussed as potential observer of homebrew innovation

    Homebrew Showcase: Big Trouble in Little China Pinball at Texas Pinball Festival 2026Apr 6, 2026
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; referenced as having larger facility than BOF; mentioned in context of competitor landscape

    BOF Trip ReportFeb 24, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; referenced as adopter of addressable LED technology in pinball machines

    Stream 498: Ultraman CE (Spooky)Nov 29, 2021
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; experienced investor rounds; cited as precedent for manufacturer recovery

    Episode 36 - Amateur HourJun 4, 2017
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; conventional pinball manufacturer referenced for pricing comparison

    Sales of Multimorphic’s Weird Al Museum of Natural Hilarity Open TodayFeb 28, 2022
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; mentioned in context of modern machine capability to provide operator data and monitoring features via Spike-based systems.

    Episode 123: Jerry Power of Player One with special co-host Ryan C.

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JJP mentioned alongside Spooky as part of boutique competitor landscape in modern pinball
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  • statusPositioned as premium competitor to Stern Pinball with better perceived value and quality at similar pricehigh
  • statusOne of only two manufacturers besides Stern capable of securing Disney licensinghigh
  • Apr 22, 2018
  • Jersey Jack Pinball, delayed Willy's Wonka announcement from TPF to following week

    Episode 195. MEGA episodeMay 5, 2019
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; referenced as one of only manufacturers besides Stern capable of securing Disney licensing

    DPP #216 "The Walking DOA"Nov 7, 2025
  • Major pinball manufacturer (Jersey Jack Pinball); Jeff contacted seeking sound design work early in career; referenced as one of 'big two' alongside Stern

    Winchester Mystery House Pinball Audio with Dirty Pool Pinball | Ep 176Nov 7, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; mentioned by Marco as manufacturer with similar ramp shot design as House of Flesh and Blood

    Homebrew Showcase: House of Flesh and Blood Pinball by Tanner PetchNov 7, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball manufacturer; Harry Potter major 2025 release; maintains quality benchmark status in collector market alongside boutique competitors

    Can Stern Raise the Bar? New Golden Age of Pinball Machines with Spooky, JJP & Barrels of FunOct 19, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball manufacturer; known for loading games with features; developing Sonic the Hedgehog

    #221 Bonus EpisodeDec 16, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; mentioned as manufacturer without Planetary Pinball remake deals

    Episode 264 - Ubisoft: The SegmentFeb 1, 2026
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; mentioned as competitor with better perceived value/quality vs Stern at similar price

    Kaneda Pinball is live!Apr 6, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball - manufacturer of the Harry Potter machine

    JJP Harry Potter won't boot upFeb 16, 2026
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; mentioned as attending Pinball Expo

    Episode 1144: "Don Joins Spooky & We Are Witnessing A Changing of the Guard"Oct 6, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; boutique manufacturer; referenced as quality standard for artwork and design

    FREE SHOW: Episode 1148: Barrels of Fomo Suspends Common Sense And It's Fun To Watch!Oct 14, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball; noted as including exclusive toppers with CE games (Harry Potter example); positioned as premium competitor

    Episode 1161: "George Called Me & Barrel's Next Game?"Nov 17, 2025