Indiana Jones is a licensed pinball game designed by John Borg for Stern Pinball in 2007, marking Borg's return to pinball design after a seven-year hiatus. The game is based on the Harrison Ford movie property and features the Arc of the Covenant sculpture by Dave Link, representing a significant licensing achievement involving multiple rights holders including John Williams. It was also released as digital tables in Zen Pinball and Pinball FX platforms. The physical machine has achieved collector status with strong street value and is sought-after among enthusiasts.
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Indiana Jones table is not listed in the Zen release schedule through August 2025
Indiana Jones should be developed as separate single-film games (Raiders, Temple of Doom, Crusade) following Star Wars model
Indiana Jones game will likely be a premium tier release designed by John Borg
Indiana Jones machines are now selling for $15,000 (up from approximately $7,500 eighteen months ago)
Classic pinball machine with strong theme appeal and consistent secondary market premium pricing.
Licensed pinball theme referenced as appealing to nostalgic players with childhood memories
Second major acquisition for Kurt after World Poker Tour, part of early collection phase
Round six; host got second place with 135 million
Pinball machine acquired by Drew through trade with warehouse operator (traded Family Guy)
Williams pinball game; Brian Eddy worked on programming; cited as fun project due to movie source material
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Indiana Jones is one of the greatest pinball machines ever made with best sound packages and exceptional toy shot design
Referenced as example of advanced design solution (ball lock design) to handle complex playfield challenges.
Rumored Stern remake using updated code but keeping original layout elements; Stern purportedly re-upped license; debate whether JJP also has license
Pinball machine referenced for similar blended insert art issue (lines around mode inserts) as Theater of Magic
Williams pinball title referenced in comparison with Twilight Zone; DAS prefers Twilight Zone
Stern pinball machine referenced for ball magnetization issues
Mark Ritchie design; referenced as his 'heavy hitter' title that people most associate with his work
High-demand pinball game that Justin Kelly mentioned people are 'dying and waiting for' to be colorized. Used as example of major title he deliberately avoided for his first project.
Pinball machine recently re-rubberred and maintained by Bruce, features Path of Adventure (upper playfield), had flipper opto issues
Cancelled Stern Pinball game designed by John Borg; development halted mid-project due to licensing cost dispute
Film franchise underlying the Lego game being reviewed
Praised for theme integration and effectiveness as starter game
Pinball machine in Ron's collection; experienced repeated solenoid fuse failures at a patron's house
Fourth alleged 2024 cornerstone; inspired by new 2024 movie featuring time-travel mechanic; Kaneda speculates John Borg design; Stern previously made unsuccessful Indiana Jones game
Licensed IP; Kaneda claims Stern lost or did not pursue license; promises explanation but does not provide in this episode
Unreleased pinball game designed by John Borg at Stern that was shelved after license loss; originally intended before John Wick took its place in development
Upcoming pinball machine; mentioned as AAA-tier title consumers may wait for instead of Venom
Rumored upcoming pinball; Kaneda speculates John Borg may be designer
Pinball machine purchased by Steve Gouveia in 2002 for $1,900; his entry point into collecting
Classic pinball game; referenced as one of two games customers love at Past Times Arcade
Pinball machine featured in Dr. Dave's restoration story; required 4+ hours of work on display/electronics
Stern game (Barnyard edition) with 2,500 units produced; criticized as poorly received despite strong IP
Stern family-layout game cited as comparison point; criticized for shooting too well and becoming boring (contrast to Venom's fast gameplay)
Pinball game referenced by host in discussing competitive strategies and shot selection
Stern Pinball machine based on Indiana Jones franchise; subject of extended Wizard Mode challenge video
Pinball title Jeremy Schmitz planning to acquire (second machine) on Friday
Machine with gun handle that Jared walked into multiple times, causing bruises
Harry Williams pinball machine; discussed regarding collector desirability and secondary market value
Stern pinball game; criticized for looking 'barren' with wide spacing between mechs; Ark of the Covenant toy praised as cool feature; compared unfavorably to classic Harry Williams version
Classic pinball machine; current secondary market price ~$15,000 (up from $7,500 18 months ago)
Stern pinball game designed by John Borg; remake of classic Williams license; Borg's first game after returning to Stern in 2007
Licensed Williams pinball game (1988-1990) chosen by Sharpe over Star Wars due to superior character/storyline potential; featured voice of John Rice Davies
Referenced in title as subject of HD Pin2DMD kit discussion
Pinball machine featuring revolver plunger mechanism
Classic pinball reference; Neil McRae identifies plane ramp on King Kong as homage to Indiana Jones design
Stern Pinball licensed game; Manu played this in prior stream with Scorebit system integration
Referenced as comparison for GoldenEye's gun mechanic (Indiana Jones pinball also features gun)
Future Pinball table receiving PhysicsV3 update; one of three primary test tables for new physics engine
Classic pinball machine; George mentioned as potential acquisition if good condition/deal available
Wide-body machine in Rick's collection; mode-based gameplay; featured mechanical Path of Adventure toy and cool ball locker; Rick wishes he'd had more restoration time
Classic pin; easily preferred by Zach over Whitewater in final comparison; described as 'no' (meaning obviously the choice)
Stern pinball machine being played; theme: adventure/archaeology; features 12 modes, color DMD, multiple ramps and orbits
Previously highest-rated game; art downgraded from A to A-- after seeing newer artist work from Packer, Franchi, and Dirty Donnie
Classic Williams pin, ~$12,500, rated as one of hosts' highest-rated pins ('a perfect pin')
Pinball machine rated highly ('fantastic'); ratings unchanged; host expresses desire for another copy.
Upcoming Stern cornerstone game; expected early 2024 release; likely premium tier; likely designed by John Borg; based on recent Dial of Destiny film; Kaneda concerned about film quality impact on game longevity
Classic DMD in 12-game collection; had optical flipper assemblies with misaligned actuators; required flipper rebuild, switch repair, cabinet angle adjustment
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; compared favorably to Pirates of the Caribbean and Dialed In in multiple This or That matchups
Harry Williams classic; compared against Star Wars Premium Edition; Greg considers it greatest machine ever made
Pinball machine mentioned as receiving 4.0 rating in SDTM review system.
Steve Ritchie pinball machine ranked #5 by Greg; praised as one of greatest machines with excellent sound and modes
Referenced as modern pinball with right out-lane mechanic similar to Fathom's unique lane design
Upcoming Elite Pinball Toppers title with multiple trim level variants planned
Mark Ritchie classic; hosts agree it beats collection of other Ritchie games (Taxi, Diner, Fish Tales)
Licensed pinball machine by Stern; subject of Elite's new topper product featuring film-appropriate theming
Pinball machine at Movieland Arcade
Stern Pinball game with aftermarket Elite Toppers available in three pricing tiers
One of the seven superpins created between 1993-1994
Third-party licensed playfield reproduction in development by CPR; CAD file, robot programming, and artwork complete; waiting Disney licensing approval for ~6 months
Pinball game designed by Mark Ritchie at Williams; reference point for playfield layout concepts
Watson-designed pinball with twelve modes covering three movies; required comprehensive playfield layout clarity to communicate complex rule structure
Stern pinball machine being extensively restored and customized; subject of character licensing discussion regarding Harrison Ford likeness changes
Williams pinball game with Doug Watson artwork; part of his portfolio of major designs
Pinball machine; viewer requests potential stream gameplay
Classic Williams title; hypothetically available for remaster by resurrected Williams
Machine used for blind pinball side competition
Williams pinball with original design sketches by Mark Ritchie on display at museum
Stern pinball game designed by Dennis Nordman and John Borg
Stern pinball machine destroyed in 2008 Grand Pier fire; not reinstalled in 2010 reopening
Williams title; one of 18 supported pinball titles
Licensed Stern game; referenced as example of outdated DMD technology in backglass
1993 Williams pinball machine designed by Mark Ritchie; themes from first three theatrical movies; optional shaker; $1 per play
Stern game made when Williams had previously employed same title
Stern pinball machine installed at Weston-super-Mare pier, destroyed in July 28, 2008 fire
Pinball machine in museum collection; Gerrit Zalm played this machine for media photographers during opening
Williams pinball machine from 1993; available at Button Mash
2008 Stern pinball, found at Ocean City location
Stern pinball in development; confirmed John Borg is NOT designing it
Rumored to have been recently obtained by JJP; speculated as late-2023 or future release
Stern pinball machine (2008) present at Quarters; author notes as rare on location
Previous Bally Williams table released on both FX3 and Pinball FX
Williams classic pinball game being released on Pinball FX Thursday
Williams pinball machine at Mystic Pinball
Pinball machine featured in Roncevert, West Virginia arcade alongside Godzilla in rotation
Rumored Stern Cornerstone game; possibly 24 months away; potential Kapow title with rolling ball mech speculation
Recent Stern release with video modes praised for quality (mine cart escape sequence)
Pinball machine featured at ReplayFX; Johnny Modica wizarded it on ball two.
Hypothetical example discussed; Chris proposes potential pack combining Williams table with Zen original tables using Indiana Jones universe theme
Williams pinball game compared for Path of Adventure mechanic similarity
Rumored Stern game by John Borg; license reportedly lapsed mid-development; Don speculates Dial of Destiny version shelved in favor of potential Raiders of the Lost Ark future project
2008 Stern game with sole programmer Lonnie Rapp; heavily criticized as having terrible rules design; coveted by collectors but unplayable due to poor code
Pinball machine; featured at District 82; Bruce finished second
Williams pinball machine; artwork cited as incredible by Antoinette
Classic Williams wide-body game Scott recently acquired; planning full restoration with lightning flipper mod
Rumored Stern pinball; speculated as potentially canceled; hosts debate whether it was shelved due to quality concerns or John Borg assignment conflict
Referenced for pistol grip launch mechanism; compared unfavorably to Getaway shifter for interactivity
Stern pinball game criticized for excessive movie clip usage; contrasted with Jurassic Park's animation approach
Recommended as single-film (Raiders of Lost Ark) design; crumbling temple/booby trap modes identified; multi-game strategy proposed
Classic pinball game noted for exceptional video mode quality (three modes: 'Choose Wisely' and two others).
Pinball machine; one of Jessy Jay's all-time favorites; featured on her podcast logo using Indiana Jones font; also owned by person in Jeff's 2014 league
Williams pinball machine. Bart's first purchased game in 2012, marking entry into collecting hobby.
Pinball machine by Mark Ritchie; original playfield sketches with visible erasures displayed in museum exhibit.
Wide-body pinball game Scott appreciates despite slight floatiness, influenced by nostalgia and theme
Williams licensed game (1993); sold 12,700 units
Premium mobile-only table for FX, purchase-only pricing model, not using parts-earning system
Upcoming Zen Pinball title based on Indiana Jones IP; represents unprecedented licensing complexity involving John Williams, multiple rights holders, and 3D animation licenses
Example Williams table being ported to Pinball FX with enhanced visuals; primary focus of discussion
March 2025 Zen pinball table release; Paramount license; referenced as premium $15 table
Pinball machine referenced for overly intrusive graphical extras that mechanically interfere with gameplay (whip cracking animation delays drop targets)
Pinball reference game used by Josh Roop to compare Kong's design influences; Keith clarifies Congo is primary influence rather than Indiana Jones.
Stern game designed by Borg; first design in seven years; features Arc of the Covenant sculpture by Dave Link; Harrison Ford-licensed property
First game to use DCS sound system; marked transition from Yamaha/WPC era
Pinball machine mentioned as alternative choice Kevin selected over Theater of Magic; currently in Grazley Garage lineup
Referenced as part of Mike's ceiling/wall decoration collection
Classic game undergoing restoration at Grazley Garage with customer-specific original specifications and mods
Classic licensed Williams game; licensing costs and approval complexity discussed
Referenced as sought-after game with street value due to collector demand; similar aspirational status to Big Bang Bar.
Licensed pinball game at Pocket Change arcade during Kerry's childhood; thematic attachment to movie license.
Stern Pinball 2007; Borg returned to design this license after 7-year hiatus from pinball
Stern game used as quality benchmark; host considers CSI superior