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Genie

gameactive24 mentionsFirst seen Dec 1, 2014Last seen Mar 31, 2026

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Genie is a classic pinball machine that exists in both electromechanical and solid-state versions, representing an important title in pinball history. The game has been featured in competitive pinball circuits, including tournaments and arcade expos, and has been owned by notable figures in the pinball community such as Josh Sharpe. Genie is also notable for its representation in digital pinball platforms, where its ball physics and visual presentation have been subjects of discussion regarding accuracy in emulation.

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Claims (8)

  • factualmedium

    The right orbit shot on Stranger Things is inconsistent and sometimes feeds laterally to the slingshot instead of returning properly.

    Source: Player observation during gameplayStranger Things (Stern 2019) Roving Pinball Tournament Stream
  • factualmedium

    Stranger Things machine requires perfect setup to play correctly.

    Source: Player experience across multiple machinesStranger Things (Stern 2019) Roving Pinball Tournament Stream
  • factualmedium

    Genie was manufactured in 1979

    Source: Jon HeySDTM: Chuckwurt and Genie Pinball! Tutorial
  • factualhigh

    The previous owner disconnected all tilt mechanism wiring on this Genie

Recent Mentions (24)

  • Vintage Williams machine with original boards, subject of extensive restoration after amateur damage; required new coil and Pascal board.

    #138 What a fool believes - The Classic Pinball PodcastMar 31, 2026
  • Gottlieb pinball machine with severely water-damaged cabinet; Chris Bannister is building an entirely new cabinet from scratch while preserving original playfield and boards

    The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 2: Cabinet repair and restoration tipsJun 12, 2017
  • Pinball machine used for strategy tutorials by Robert Byers; mentioned as example of instructional stream content

    Episode 161 – Bringin’ It From The Top RopeFeb 24, 2021
  • Gottlieb wide-body game from same generation as The Amazing Spider-Man, referenced as architectural comparison

    #49 The Amazing Spider-Man - The Classic Pinball PodcastMar 2, 2021
  • System 1 Gottlieb machine; Zach purchased it to install LISY 1 board and create custom rules modifications

    Episode 120 – Socket To MeDec 12, 2018
  • Gottlieb game owned by Electric Bat; Rachel/Kale interested in retrofitting with metal spinner modification

    Episode 22 - Die on this Hill: Sinbad

Contradictions

  • Existing: Genie is described as an electromechanical pinball machine (mention 3)vsConflicting: Genie is described as an early solid-state machine at Pinball's Arcade (mention 0)
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026

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Source: Jon HeySDTM: Chuckwurt and Genie Pinball! Tutorial
  • factualhigh

    Yellow drop targets are the primary bonus-building mechanic

    Source: Jon HeySDTM: Chuckwurt and Genie Pinball! Tutorial
  • factualhigh

    Bumper hits and star rollover hits cycle the bonus multiplier light on/off

    Source: Jon HeySDTM: Chuckwurt and Genie Pinball! Tutorial
  • factualhigh

    Maximum bonus multiplier is 5X with base bonus of 29 points

    Source: Jon Hey / Chat observationSDTM: Chuckwurt and Genie Pinball! Tutorial
  • opinionhigh

    Genie's upper playfield uses elegant design approach without multi-level ramp architecture

    Source: Jon HeySDTM: Chuckwurt and Genie Pinball! Tutorial
  • Mar 18, 2024
  • Gottlieb System 1 game Dave restored for a carpenter from Chelmsford with 20+ year ownership history

    #71 The OG - The Classic Pinball PodcastJan 11, 2022
  • 1978 Gottlieb extra-wide body machine, John's first owned pinball (college dorm 1985), heavily MacGyvered with improvised parts.

    #105 Black Hole. Make mine Day - The Classic Pinball PodcastJun 27, 2023
  • Gottlieb pinball machine discussed as potentially from Alvin Gottlieb, makes distinctive noise audible from across room

    Theater of Magic (Bally 1995)Jan 27, 2020
  • Pinball machine, ranked #5; features genie coming from bottle with wizard character; divisive among hosts

    SDTM: a pinball Show Episode 11: Top 10 BackglassesApr 11, 2017
  • 1979 pinball machine being demonstrated; features bonus collection, drop targets, upper playfield; discussed as example of elegant playfield design

    SDTM: Chuckwurt and Genie Pinball! TutorialFeb 2, 2018
  • Pinball machine referenced as having five flippers configuration

    Day 2 of ROAD SHOW Battle Week!Dec 1, 2014
  • Central playfield toy mechanism on Magic Girl featuring magnets and ball-routing holes; currently non-functional

    Magic Girl Pinball Gameplay Video #2Feb 22, 2017
  • Audience member is beginning restoration of this machine

    Tips and Tricks with Frank LindenmuthFeb 7, 2025
  • Pinball table in TPA beta receiving flipper and bumper strength reduction to slow ball movement

    Bugs, Scores and LeaderboardsApr 23, 2017
  • Digital pinball table from Farsight; wide-body table criticized for excessively fast ball speed despite slowdown attempts

    Circuits and GapsMar 26, 2017
  • Early home video console by Genie Lipkin at Atari; used alligator clips to connect to TV sets

    RePlay Magazine Podcast - Eddie Adlum Part 2Oct 10, 2025
  • Pinball machine in audience member's collection; mentioned as restoration project in progress.

    Tips and Tricks with Frank LindenmuthFeb 7, 2025
  • Pinball machine in Robert's home collection; Robert states he loves this game

    Episode 115: Who is this guy?Mar 19, 2018
  • Farsight digital pinball used as comparison point for flat visual presentation; improved with shading/contrast in later versions

    AtGames Taito Pinball ReactionJun 26, 2021
  • Electromechanical pinball machine played at tournament and Arcade Expo; features slow ball physics incorrectly emulated in Pinball Arcade

    Blab is Dead. Long Live Blab.Aug 16, 2016
  • Machine being transported to Josh's house on Saturday; requires assistance moving

    Ep 18: Double FeatureSep 21, 2019
  • Vintage pinball game; Josh Sharp purchased from Jeff Rivera (Pinball Podcast host) instead of keeping Laser Ball

    Ep 16: The Man of Many Hats, Josh SharpeAug 25, 2019
  • Early solid-state at Pinball's Arcade, one of Colin's favorite machines

    Episode 52 – How to win Pinburgh with Colin MacAlpineJul 16, 2018