Playboy is a pinball game with a complex history spanning multiple manufacturers and eras. It was originally released by Bally as a classic pinball machine, later adapted by Stern around 2002 with digital enhancements and a modesty decal option. The game also appears in Pinball 2000 development history and was used as a donor cabinet for Gamatron conversion kits in the 1980s, demonstrating its availability and relative commonality in the pinball market.
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December 1978 Bally machine; early use of pre-existing licensed music in opening melody
December 1978 Bally machine, early example of licensed music in pinball
Ranked #4 on Tim Sexton's top 10 list; features countdown mechanic; iconic but debated inclusion on list
Historical Stern Pinball title with centerfold mechanic; referenced as inspiration for humorous topper discussion
Pinball game designed by George Gomez at Stern
Licensed pinball machine from the era of IP-based game themes in the 1970s-1980s
Bally pinball machine released in 1978; designed by Jim Potla with artwork by Paul Farris; primary subject of the episode
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Referenced pinball machine; compared to Cirqus Voltaire regarding ball save features
Pinball machine; George's buddy Jack purchased one from Betson's
Vintage pinball machine in green room at NorVa venue in Norfolk
Pinball game designed by George Gomez; third iteration of Playboy; Gomez visited Playboy Mansion for research
Classic pinball machine featured in Borås Open Classic event, played by Rachel Risto
Pinball machine designed by George Gomez; mentioned in interview regarding mansion theme
Licensed Bally pinball with Hugh Hefner IP; Paul Faris designed backglass featuring Hefner, Patty McGuire, and girlfriend; required multiple visits to Playboy Mansion for approvals
VPX table that had multiball bug; developers fixed issue after community reporting
Data East pinball game featuring Hugh Hefner license; successful commercially but not suited for home market
Planned Highway Pinball game; in development pipeline; deep root showed no interest in acquiring license
Stern pinball machine at the venue
Classic pinball machine featured on rotating turntable novelty attraction at 2017 Open House
Stern Pinball machine; lot 927, auctioned for $7,800 ($9,917.31 with fees)
Stern Pinball's licensed game featuring mechanical centerfold, Playmate calendar mechanics, and Mansion Mania wizard mode
1978 Bally pinball at venue
Proposed pinball machine from Heighway Pinball's abandoned pipeline; virtual/fan-made version exists on YouTube; Stern made a Playboy pinball in 2002
Pinball machine designed by Jim Patla; listed in his design portfolio from Valley Manufacturing era
Multiple versions exist (1970s Bally, Data East, Stern DMD); inclusion on Farsight leak raises questions about which version; hosts debate magazine's recent shift away from nudes
Stern White Star game (January 2002); designed by George Gomez; adult-themed with interchangeable clothed/nude inserts; final Stern Playboy release
Bally machine ranked #4; known for vibrant pink coloring and iconic Playboy artwork; features drop targets, standup targets, and orbit shot.
Historical pinball reference in context of UV lighting effects discussion
First consultant contract pinball game Gomez designed for Stern Pinball (before The Sopranos)
Old Bally pinball machine that was Miller's first game in the San Francisco league; Miller was unfamiliar with it initially
Unreleased Pinball 2000 game that Keith and team began after Hot at House concept; basic rules started but never completed before Williams shutdown
Valley pinball game; Paul Ferris artwork; led to his first European travels where he encountered his artwork in Paris bistros
Stern game released around 2002 where Hudson learned digital tools from Kevin O'Connor and John Yalvese; features modesty decal option
Common donor cabinet for Gamatron conversion kits in 1985
At Rock-A-Rolla with weak flippers reported by user
First pinball game Gomez designed as contractor for Stern; worked with Dwight
Highway Pinball's controversial themed machine in development; digital version available for viewing