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Roadshow

gameactive40 mentionsFirst seen Jun 17, 2002Last seen Oct 29, 2025

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Roadshow is a pinball game designed by Pat Lawler released by Williams. The game is known for its city-themed music packages featuring live guitar by Vince Pontarelli and state-specific themes (Kansas, Chicago, Denver, Ohio, Vegas, Miami). It features innovative bash toy mechanics similar to NASCAR's design philosophy and has been featured in competitive tournament play at venues like The Grasley Garage. The game received updated code from Planetary Pinball and has been adapted as a legacy/remaster for Zen Pinball FX.

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  • achievementRanked higher on Pinside than NASCAR despite similar design qualityhighfrom 2025-09-22
  • achievementSubject of critical review by Greg Dunlap on RGP using 'devolved' format, causing industry controversyhighfrom 2008-07-30
  • affiliationManufactured by Williamshigh
  • attributeDesigned by Pat Lawlerhigh
  • attributeLinear mode-based gamehigh
  • attributeIncludes state-specific themes: Kansas, Chicago, Denver, Ohio, Vegas, Miamihigh
  • attributeFeatures live guitar by Vince Pontarelli

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    Roadshow features Dolly Parton as the theme and voice actress

    Source: Deadflip hosts and guestsDay 1 of ROAD SHOW Battle Week! - 1 / 2
  • factualhigh

    Roadshow has deep and complex ruleset with multiple cities and modes to explore

    Source: Multiple guests during gameplayDay 1 of ROAD SHOW Battle Week! - 1 / 2
  • factualhigh

    Roadshow is on temporary loan and will remain at Deadflip until decision to remove it

    Source: Jack DangerDay 4 of THE GETAWAY Battle Week! IFPA tournament tonight!

Recent Mentions (40)

  • Pinball machine at Excelsior Pub league venue; has known GI and lock registration issues

    Episode 40 – BMXApr 27, 2017
  • Albany league game where Ron played finals; has Ted multiball target; used in league finals bracket

    Episode 44 – Fun Part of the SegmentMay 25, 2017
  • Pinball machine stored in Scott's basement with Pinbot and Earthshaker; purchased about six months off route

    Episode 14 – An Evening With Scott C.Oct 13, 2016
  • Williams 1992 game featuring animatronic faces with complex mechanics; restored by Scott Rundell from barn-find condition; known for difficult maintenance (clock faces, tiny solenoids for eyelid/mouth operation)

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 10Apr 14, 2024
  • Pinball machine by Lawlor that Marcus played in the 90s; prompted him to decide to buy it someday; eventually purchased and owned

    Episode 76_Pinville with Marcus Petersen (1)Jun 18, 2025
  • Pinball machine at Grazely Garage with Red/Ted jaw mechanism issues being addressed

    The Grasley Garage! Medieval Madness Progress and more!

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  • attributeFeatures state-changing bash toy similar to NASCAR's test car mechanichigh
  • attributeFeatures city-themed music packageshigh
  • statusBecoming legacy/remaster for Zen Pinball FXhighfrom 2022-04-17
  • statusReceiving updated code from Planetary Pinballhighfrom 2020-12-20
  • statusFeatured in tournament play at The Grasley Garagehighfrom 2025-08-20 until 2025-10-29
  • Jul 9, 2025
  • Pinball machine mentioned as having two talking head characters in hard hats

    Game of Thrones: Iron Throne Victory Laps!Oct 14, 2021
  • Commonly referenced shorter title for Red & Ted's Road Show

    Roadshow Pinball Multiball Awesomeness GameplayJun 15, 2017
  • Pinball machine with Dolly Parton theme; features deep ruleset and multiple cities/modes

    Day 1 of ROAD SHOW Battle Week! - 1 / 2Nov 25, 2014
  • Pinball machine donated to DeadFlip by Brad

    Day 5 of TWILIGHT ZONE Battle Week!Dec 15, 2014
  • Pinball machine on loan at Deadflip studio; available for voting for future stream content alongside Twilight Zone

    Day 4 of THE GETAWAY Battle Week! IFPA tournament tonight!Nov 21, 2014
  • 1988 Williams pinball machine; primary focus of Day 4 repairs and gameplay

    Day 4 ROAD SHOW Battle!!! She's all patched up! - 1 / 2Feb 19, 2015
  • Pinball machine donated by Brad Smith to Dead Flip

    Day 3 of TWILIGHT ZONE Battle Week! - 1 / 3Dec 11, 2014
  • Pinball game that previously had Jason Werdrick Easter egg but was removed

    Day 5 of TWILIGHT ZONE Battle. Feb '15 ( Jason Werdrick Here! ) - 2 / 2Feb 23, 2015
  • Pinball machine at Dead Flip; mentioned as complex/difficult game with Valinor mode; scheduled for future stream week

    Day 5 of THE GETAWAY Battle Week! GC HYPE?! - 2 / 2Nov 24, 2014
  • Pinball machine by same designer as Twilight Zone; similar rules and playfield complexity

    Day 1 of TWILIGHT ZONE Battle Week!Dec 11, 2014
  • Available pinball machine at venue

    Day 1 of FISH TALES BATTLE!! Jan '15 - 2 / 2Feb 3, 2015
  • Williams pinball machine featuring Papa Duke rules, secret switches, and diverter mechanic; game being played and streamed; owner planning to take it home after stream.

    Day 1 ROAD SHOW Battle!! Feb '15 - 1 / 2Feb 19, 2015
  • Classic pinball game featured in Brian Allen's Mashup Volume 2

    Brian Allen Pinball Mashup Volume 2 is Here!Aug 18, 2021
  • Vintage pinball machine mentioned as nostalgic childhood memory that motivated contemporary collector's entry into hobby

    Pinball Restoration - Pinball Expo 2024 - Ivan Cicognani & Giorgio AvatoOct 18, 2024
  • Pat Lawlor-designed game; Dennis uses as example of criticizing game design (not designer personally)

    Episode 94 - DramaAug 12, 2019
  • Game listed under multiple names (also as 'Red & Ted's RoadShow') in the catalog

    Valuable ResourceJun 17, 2002
  • Classic Williams pinball game; Ted Estes worked on with Pat Lawlor, Larry DeMar, and Dwight Sullivan

    Ted Estes Joins Jersey JackFeb 3, 2013
  • Pinball machine at Flex

    FLEXAug 1, 2016
  • Game Joe rejected immediately after 2 days due to voices; couldn't tolerate despite liking Funhouse theme

    The Super Awesome Pinball Show - S1 E13Aug 9, 2020
  • Williams machine referenced as example of better mode randomization with branching path logic

    It's 10 Inches Man: It Fits Through the HoleMar 21, 2016
  • Williams wide-body pinball table recommended as demo table; praised for crisp graphics, audio package, deep rule set, and physics

    Recommend Tables Like You Recommend Home Theatre Test MoviesJul 3, 2016
  • Zen Pinball table; left ramp now shootable on running shots instead of requiring catch-shot only

    Creatures, Monsters and Zen: Oh My!Nov 7, 2019
  • Older pinball game referenced as having mini-flipper mechanic similar to Jaws; also has ball-eating feature unlike Jaws

    BDYETP 83: Jaws Revealed, Princess Bride Teaser, American Pinball Rumor Mill, Pinburgh ReturnsFeb 11, 2024
  • Zachary dislikes it; used as example of game he won't own but will play; Joe also dislikes it

    The Pinball Show Ep 62: In Your HeadMay 31, 2021
  • Game Kevin Manning sold a couple months before episode (August 2024) due to secondary market value concerns and difficulty liquidating inventory.

    BDYETP 87: RIP Haggis | B&W Godzilla | Pinburgh Recap | Jaws ReviewAug 13, 2024
  • Pinball game; Matt's youngest daughter Katie's favorite; Matt purchased to learn strategy for competitive play

    Episode 408: Matt Vince and London PinballOct 15, 2024
  • Pat Lawler design featuring state-changing bash toy similar to NASCAR's test car mechanic; ranked higher on Pinside than NASCAR despite similar design quality

    Episode 101 - Best Game Ever: NASCARSep 22, 2025
  • Pat Lawler game with city-themed music packages; features live guitar by Vince Pontarelli; includes state-specific themes (Kansas, Chicago, Denver, Ohio, Vegas, Miami)

    Episode 97 - The Music of Chris Granner w/ Chris GrannerAug 25, 2025
  • Williams pinball title receiving updated code from Planetary Pinball

    Let's predict 2021Dec 20, 2020
  • Classic Williams table; becoming legacy/remaster for Zen Pinball FX

    More Williams and More OriginalsApr 17, 2022
  • Pat Lawler game that Greg critically reviewed on RGP using 'devolved' format, causing industry controversy

    TOPCast 62: Greg DunlapJul 30, 2008
  • Pinball machine used in final tournament rounds

    Dutch and Kevin's Birthday Bash at The Grasley Garage!Aug 20, 2025
  • Pinball machine featured in tournament play

    London Pinball Birthday Shenanigans at The Grasley Garage!Oct 29, 2025
  • Referenced as a linear mode-based game that Jurassic Park's objective system was designed to improve upon

    Episode 106 – The GOAT featuring Keith ElwinAug 26, 2019