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Cirqus Voltaire

gameactive108 mentionsFirst seen Mar 25, 2007Last seen Jul 31, 2026

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Cirqus Voltaire is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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  • opinionhigh

    Cirqus Voltaire has bold, vibrant colors

    Source: Jack DangerCirqus Voltaire Pinball - Quick Game - Joining the Circus
  • opinionhigh

    Cirqus Voltaire's animations work well with the ball in an integrated way

    Source: Jack DangerCirqus Voltaire Pinball - Quick Game - Joining the Circus

Recent Mentions (103)

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  • 1997 Bally Pinball; possible remaster in development (unconfirmed by hosts); criticized as toy-heavy 1990s design

    058: This or That - Steph chooses!Jul 29, 2026
  • Post-World Cup Soccer game designed by John Papaduke, noted as getting a remake

    This Pinball Machine Was Built for the First Time America Hosted the World CupJul 19, 2026
  • 1997 Williams/Bally game designed by John Popadiuk; being reimagined by American Pinball; features illuminated slingshot sculpt

    First Peek at American Pinball's Cirqus Voltaire Reimagined, Featuring Sculpts from It's New Exclusive Partner The Art of PinballJul 14, 2026
  • Classic Williams game with hidden Easter egg messages; referenced for plastic design issues

    Episode 60 – Dennis Kriesel is a cheap bastardSep 17, 2018
  • Williams pinball machine being played and analyzed on stream; 1997 carnival/circus themed game

    Cirqus Voltaire Scream n Stream!

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  • 1997 Bally pinball machine; the subject of the sample vs. production playfield comparison

    Tickle the Ringmaster? Sample vs Production differences on Cirqus Voltaire!Feb 11, 2026
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    TOPCast 20: Cameron SilverMar 25, 2007
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    Wizards & Warriors Episode 10 - Pinburgh Hype w/Preston!Jul 23, 2025
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  • Ranked #10 on the top 10 ball locks list; features high-wire ball lock mechanism with magnetic hold

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  • John Popadiuk-designed game cited as example of creative, innovative design compared to Ritchie's formulaic approach

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  • TPA title with minor judge/flipper mechanics issue mentioned as desired fix

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  • #5 ranked ramp; single ramp with magnet diverter; noted for unique architectural integration with game theme; John Popadiuk design

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  • Classic pinball title licensed to Pedretti Gaming for remake

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    Ep 90 - That Is Some Ouija Board BSDec 22, 2022
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    Episode 1215: "Kaneda's Coffee Overdose Friday Rant Show!"May 1, 2026
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  • Planned American Pinball remake of Bally Williams classic; LCD screen under glass replacing dot matrix; planned in both reimagined and classic versions; timing unclear (possibly end of 2024 or later)

    WAP #56 "A Beetlejuice for Cengiz!!"Mar 27, 2026
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  • American Pinball remaster with production limit of 771 units announced; features custom cabinet with display

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  • 1997 Bally pinball; priced $9,500-$11,000; features iconic mechanical ringmaster toy rising from playfield; neon/lighting atmosphere; mechanically ambitious artwork-focused design

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  • 1997 game with ringmaster magnet and pop-up mechanics praised as innovation exemplar

    WAP #59 "Magnets, SLE's, and MORE!!"Jun 10, 2026
  • Williams remake by American Pinball; previously announced; expected launch late summer or October Expo 2026; seen as competing directly with Toten for collector audience

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  • 1997 Bally pinball game; being remade as American Pinball's second licensed title

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  • 1997 Bally game being remade by American Pinball; limited to 771 units; based on 1996 Williams original

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  • Bally Williams (1997) game; ranked #9 worst video mode 'The Amazing Roonie'

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  • First of seven Bally/Williams remakes being done by American Pinball; officially confirmed

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  • American Pinball remake confirmed for 2026 release; remake of classic title

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  • American Pinball's announced first brand new production game (original theme or remake)

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  • 1997 Bally pinball game by John Popadiuk; being remade as American Pinball's next title

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  • 1997 Bally classic; rumored to be AP's first release (community speculation, unconfirmed); covered by Planetary Pinball licensing deal; TEP demoed licensed topper with mechanical cannons at Pinball Expo 2025

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  • Rumored first Bally/Williams Reimagined game by American Pinball

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  • 1997 Bally game rumored as candidate for American Pinball's first remake

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  • 1997 Bally classic; subject of community speculation as potential AP first release; TEP demoed licensed topper with mechanical cannons at Pinball Expo 2025

    TEP's Rob Rath and Nick Neitzel Join American Pinball's Growing TeamMar 12, 2026
  • 1997 Williams game by John Popadiuk; rumored to be American Pinball's next title remake

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  • 1997 Williams pinball machine; features interactive backbox animation, ringmaster pop-up as central mechanic, neon effects, multiple magnets, and 9 stacked multiballs; produced in ~2,700 units; secondary market price range $6,750–$12,500

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  • Williams game where Popadiuk experimented with hybrid digital/mechanical TILT technology; became popular in home market

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  • Williams pinball machine designed by John Popadiuk with Cameron Silver; featured under-glass display and was Silver's favorite game to work on

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  • Classic Williams pinball machine with circus theming; subject of gameplay in this video

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  • Williams Pinball game that Chuck Bleich worked on as Electrical Engineering Manager

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  • Referenced as design precedent for rear-mounted score display placement

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  • Classic pinball referenced for display placement design (back of playfield) that Houdini updates for 2016

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  • Referenced for pop-up disc mechanism similarity

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  • Classic Williams pinball game referenced for comparison to Houdini's backbox display placement design

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  • 1997 Bally pinball game with promotional video included in collection

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  • Classic pinball machine in Pinball Arcade; recently received tuning updates praised by hosts

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