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Spinal Tap

gameactive45 mentionsFirst seen Mar 27, 2017Last seen Apr 24, 2025

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Spinal Tap is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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Claims (8)

  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap (Home Pins) is unplayable due to broken code stuck on infinite ball save

    Source: DonDPP #187 "The Don is back! Game reviews; Dune, Kong!"
  • factualmedium

    Spinal Tap at Pinball Hall of Fame experienced electrical failure with smoke damage; now operational

    Source: Jason Ruford video / Don observationDPP #150 "Spooky factory visit! Alice coming...soon?"
  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap is an extremely rare machine with only about two examples ever produced

    Source: Don (speculation + industry knowledge)Summer/PHOF Trip Report
  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap at Pinball Hall of Fame was smoking under the playfield and is likely non-functional

Recent Mentions (45)

  • Extremely rare pinball machine (~2 ever produced); located at Pinball Hall of Fame; features dot matrix display and LCD screen; was smoking/non-functional during Don's visit

    Summer/PHOF Trip ReportAug 17, 2024
  • Home Pin Pinball production; criticisms of aesthetic design quality (appears 15 years outdated); question raised whether game was ever shipped

    Episode 940: "How To Avoid Pinball Scams"Apr 22, 2024
  • Home Pin pinball game; expected to ship within weeks and be unveiled at Australian show event

    Episode 715: "Spooky Sort Of Does It"Sep 2, 2022
  • Recently released pinball machine based on 'This Is Spinal Tap' film; criticized for poor code synchronization, weak video assets, and lack of humor integration

    Episode 3: UK Pinfest aftermath and Scott goes AWOL well to WalesSep 9, 2023
  • Home Pin homebrew game; shipping completed; had code/gameplay issues when played at UK Pinball Fest location

    DPP #67 "There's a problem at the Punny Factory!"Sep 8, 2023
  • Home Pin pinball game just revealed; $9,500 price point; criticized for lack of mechs, inner art blades, and missing physical dial-to-11 feature; predicted dead on arrival

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Source: Don (citing Roofer's observation)Summer/PHOF Trip Report
  • opinionhigh

    Spinal Tap pinball machine at Pinball Hall of Fame is poorly designed with weak flippers and floaty playfield

    Source: Dan RosensteinThe Pinball Show Ep 117: Danksgiving
  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap official release date is Newcastle Pin Fest Australia on September 17-18

    Source: HomePen official announcementEpisode 172 - We're Gonna Need a Bigger Sequel
  • factualmedium

    HomePin's Spinal Tap features an unusual dual LCD/DMD configuration with High-Speed-inspired playfield inserts

    Source: Kevin Manning (photo analysis)BDYETP 69: Toy Story Revealed, Spinal Tap in Production, NFT Pinball, Seeking a Whale, Al's Almost Here, No Fear Review
  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap will feature purple metallic flake armor and lockbar, black apron, chrome legs, and eight plastics

    Source: Pinball Monk (parts photos)PARTS ARE ARRIVING FOR HOMEPIN'S NEXT PINBALL MACHINE, SPINAL TAP
  • Episode 722: "A Gomez Masterpiece Coming!"
    Sep 19, 2022
  • Home Pin title referenced as negatively impacted by Bond launch

    FINALLY!!!! A NEW STERN! BOND!!!Sep 7, 2022
  • UK-themed Home Pin game revealing Saturday; Kaneda predicts poor market reception due to design, pricing, and brand limitations.

    Episode 720: "Kaneda Predicts Elwin Bond!"Sep 15, 2022
  • Pinball machine by Home Pin based on the mockumentary film; criticized for missing iconic 'goes to 11' dial, minimal toys, pedestrian layout

    Episode 721: "Spinal Tap & The Franchi Tri-Fecta Coming!"Sep 16, 2022
  • Upcoming game announced by Thunder Turds/Home Pin; based on Spinal Tap comedy band/movie

    #61 Black Knight 2000 - The Classic Pinball PodcastSep 13, 2021
  • Spooky Pinball's new licensed machine based on the cult classic 1980s mockumentary film; received very little hype and market interest outside hardcore Spinal Tap fans

    Ep 93: Let's Talk BondOct 2, 2022
  • Home Pin Pinball game; features deliberately altered British flag artwork; described as having poor playfield art quality

    Episode 665: "Around The Pinball Horn"Apr 6, 2022
  • Upcoming Home Pin Pinball game; mentioned by Mike (Home Pin owner) as next machine after Thunderbirds

    Tribe Multiball with Rachel and Tim, Episode 22: $1,000 BillsJan 30, 2022
  • Mentioned as recently entering manufacturing; enumerated among active pipeline of upcoming titles

    Stream 629: TNA (Spooky) OGJul 20, 2023
  • Pinball machine produced by Jean-Paul de Win's company; George cites as example of poor IP adaptation by boutique manufacturer.

    #117 Embryon - The Classic Pinball PodcastAug 6, 2024
  • Upcoming pinball game from Home Pin based on the Spinal Tap movie; features dual displays and simple ruleset

    Pinball Omnibus: Episode 8Sep 13, 2021
  • Comedy/music band that inspired the pinball machine theme; no official contact made for licensing

    Spinal Tap Pinball - Pinball Expo 2018 - Pinball NewsOct 21, 2018
  • Custom homebrew Flash Gordon modification; played easy with generous ball saves; themed to Spinal Tap film/band

    Episode 31 - TPF 2017 & National Videogame MuseumMar 27, 2017
  • Home Pin's previous release; features LCD display with random movie clips; used for comparison with Blues Brothers' lack of multimedia

    Episode 218 - Open Source BluesApr 28, 2024
  • Referenced as 2024 release with unclear shipping status; single unit confirmed at Pinball Hall of Fame Vegas

    Episode 184 - 00$20,000Jan 9, 2023
  • Home Pin pinball announcement covered in Episode 149

    Episode 158 - Rush Those StatsJan 9, 2022
  • Upcoming HomePen pinball machine; licensed to classic rock mockumentary film; designed by Balser (possibly)

    Episode 149 - Sorcerer's Hiatus ConnectedSep 6, 2021
  • HomePen pinball machine featuring cult film license, delayed from May/June to September 17-18 Newcastle Pin Fest Australia release

    Episode 172 - We're Gonna Need a Bigger SequelJul 24, 2022
  • Home Pin machine; photo reveals dual LCD backbox and DMD display; inspired by cult classic mockumentary film

    Episode 169 - Street Level 2042Jun 12, 2022
  • Pinball machine in production by Homepin

    Behind-the-Scenes Look at Homepin’s Taiwan FactoryMay 16, 2023
  • 1984 mockumentary comedy film being adapted into pinball by HomePin; includes characters like Derek, Ian, and drummer; associated with 'up to 11' cultural reference

    Homepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball MachineApr 6, 2023
  • Upcoming pinball machine from HomePin based on the mockumentary film 'This Is Spinal Tap'; second game from HomePin

    Homepin Shows Several Spinal Tap Pinball Machines on the Production LineJun 13, 2022
  • Upcoming HomePin pinball machine based on Spinal Tap IP; entering final assembly in June

    Homepin to Start Final Spinal Tap Pinball Assembly In JuneJun 2, 2022
  • Upcoming HomePin pinball machine based on 1984 rockumentary film 'This Is Spinal Tap'; in production with parts arriving

    PARTS ARE ARRIVING FOR HOMEPIN'S NEXT PINBALL MACHINE, SPINAL TAPJan 16, 2022
  • Pinball in spring release pipeline; characterization as delayed/uncertain ('on the waves at some point')

    DPP #24 "Prize phrase episode! Listen now and win! Also Scooby production updates, Pulp Fiction teaser out!"Mar 10, 2023
  • Home Pin game announced previously; missed Pinball Expo deadline; approximately 10 units reportedly in distribution through Joe at Pinball Star in Pennsylvania; one prototype allegedly at Las Vegas Pinball Museum

    DPP #118 "Jaws bili, Wick coming, and some Blues"Apr 27, 2024
  • HomePin's first release; $9K MSRP; shipped 1+ year ago; only ~2 known units in existence (one in Vegas Hall of Fame, one in Connecticut); widely criticized for price/quality mismatch

    DPP #117 "Pinball Blues! Brother, that's a bad title"Apr 21, 2024
  • HomePin release; layout comparison point for ABBA—has basic elements but nothing compelling mechanically

    DPP #114 "The ABBA and DPX episode"Apr 5, 2024
  • Home Pin homebrew/boutique release; developed 1+ year; only one confirmed public location (Pinball Hall of Fame); development delays and limited availability questioned

    DPP #119 "Rumors!"May 2, 2024
  • HomePin machine in production; features unusual dual LCD/DMD configuration and High-Speed-inspired inserts

    BDYETP 69: Toy Story Revealed, Spinal Tap in Production, NFT Pinball, Seeking a Whale, Al's Almost Here, No Fear ReviewJul 3, 2022
  • Home Pins homebrew machine; unplayable due to broken code (infinite ball save), inaccessible ramps, one of three Home Pins games

    DPP #187 "The Don is back! Game reviews; Dune, Kong!"Apr 24, 2025
  • HomePin game; experienced electrical/smoke damage at Hall of Fame; Don attempted pilgrimage to play

    DPP #150 "Spooky factory visit! Alice coming...soon?"Sep 28, 2024
  • Upcoming HomePin title based on cult classic movie; dual-display system; Marshall Amplification license integration; exploding drummer mechanic; motorized smoking topper accessory; single model tier only

    The Pinball Show Ep 73.5: Stern‘s Next Cornerstone Release Date, Mini-Interview w/Homepin‘s Mike, & Online Platform WarsSep 6, 2021
  • Home Pin pinball machine with Spinal Tap movie theme; trailer criticized for poor video quality and inappropriate imagery

    Episode 204 – Proof and TruthApr 19, 2023
  • Rock mockumentary referenced for comedic review structure ('Shark Sandwich' review style) comparison

    Episode 19 - Die on this Hill: Bad CatsFeb 26, 2024
  • Game Neil describes as 'absolutely shocking' with poor callouts

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Pinfest Special Episode 14Aug 15, 2024
  • Home Pin pinball machine; entering final assembly June; software upgradeable without programmer

    The Pinball Show Ep 102: Let It GoJun 7, 2022
  • Pinball game at Pinball Hall of Fame; received critical pan for poor design, weak flippers, and bland theme integration

    The Pinball Show Ep 117: DanksgivingNov 21, 2022
  • Rock mockumentary band. Both Jeff and Ian are devoted fans. Attended their 'Break Like the Wind' tour concert at Pine Knob venue. Episode 211 is Spinal Tap reference (goes to 11). Harry Shearer is member and provided tickets to Vegas show. Homebrew Spinal Tap pinball machine exists, created by Mark in City.

    Episode 211: Ian Gifford, pinball and Spinal TapJul 29, 2019
  • Home Pin game; weak flippers, floaty EM-like feel, problematic ramp design with ball return issues, weak skill shot implementation; played by Josh at Pinball Hall of Fame

    Ep 112: Save That Cat!Jul 10, 2023