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Getaway

gameactive84 mentionsFirst seen Apr 29, 2007Last seen Apr 10, 2026

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Getaway is a pinball machine from the 1990s manufactured by Williams, designed by Steve Ritchie and featuring a supercharger mechanical innovation. The game is known for its excellent super jackpot choreography and high-speed action design. It has appeared in various contexts including professional tournaments, restoration projects, and casual play environments, with notable examples including Mike Boom's fully restored cabinet at Grazley Garage and machines used for operator practice.

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  • designedSteve RitchieSteve Ritchie designed Getaway, known for excellent super jackpot choreography and high-speed action mechanicsmedium
  • manufacturesWilliamsWilliams manufactured Getaway in the 1990smedium

Facts

  • achievementLaunch title for Pinball FX with Zen Studioshighfrom 2018
  • attributeFeatures supercharger mechanichigh
  • attributeHas dot matrix displayhigh
  • attributeRacing-themed pinball gamehigh
  • attributeWilliams pinball machine from the 1990shigh
  • attributeFeatures spinning light topper designhigh
  • attributeRestoration includes Pin2DMD, mountain mod, stoplight, Lamborghini, and Donut Heaven modshigh

Claims (7)

  • factualhigh

    The Getaway pinball machine at Happy Valley was experiencing a resetting problem

    Source: Knapp Arcade (author)ARCADE REPORT: Happy Valley Arcade Bar in Beacon, NY (July 2021)
  • factualhigh

    Getaway originally featured cost-cutting audio design with single full speaker and small tweeter rather than dual full speakers

    Source: Cary HardyThe Getaway Restoration: Part 9
  • factualhigh

    Both playfield sources have damaged flipper bracket mounting bases

    Source: Cary HardyThe Getaway Restoration: Part 1
  • factualhigh

    Right flipper end of stroke switches are wavy and messed up, requiring replacement

Recent Mentions (84)

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    Part 1: 1977 Allied Leisure Getaway Pinball Project Begins!Apr 10, 2026
  • Modern Stern game with RPM gear system and drain strategy for instant advancement; round 11 final four game

    Episode 17 - District 82 Winter 2x KnockoutFeb 21, 2021
  • Pin Skins game; goal was super jackpot; no players succeeded; Raymond and others nearly got multiball but couldn't seal

    Episode 18 - Great Lakes Pinball Open and ClassicsApr 29, 2021
  • Classic pinball machine that Bill Webb is restoring with custom chrome graphics on cabinet artwork, new playfield, powder-coated components, and planned signature from Steve Ritchie

    Episode 10 - SPECIALWHENLICIOUS!!!Aug 22, 2018
  • Sequel to High Speed; Dwight Sullivan worked with designer Steve Ritchie; development involved research sessions at Ritchie's house

    Episode 3 - Dwight Sullivan (Lead Game Developer - STERN Pinball) InterviewJul 2, 2018
  • Fast dot-matrix game by John Popadiuk, mid-range pricing $2,800-$3,000

    Episode 21 - The Need For Speed

Contradictions

  • Existing: Getaway is a Williams game designed by Steve Ritchie from the 1990svsConflicting: Mention 4 states Getaway is an Alaska Allied Leisure pinball machine, not designed by Steve Ritchie
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 3, 2026
  • Existing: Getaway is a pinball machine (game type)vsConflicting: Mention 5 references Getaway as part of a ceiling/wall decoration collection rather than a playable game
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 3, 2026
  • Existing: Getaway is a pinball machine (established from multiple contexts)vsConflicting: Mention 5 references Getaway as part of 'Mike's ceiling/wall decoration collection' from a 1985 Pinstar Gamatron project, suggesting confusion with a different entity or anachronistic dating
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 3, 2026

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from 2026-01-16
  • attributeMarket value $3,000 pre-COVID to $4,700 in 2025highfrom 2025
  • attributeKnown for high-speed fast action gameplayhigh
  • intelligence_frequency_spikenoexpertfrom 2026-03-02
  • roleDesigned by Steve Ritchiehigh
  • statusRestored by Mike Boom at Grazley Garagehighfrom 2025-12-29 until 2026-01-16
  • Source: Cary Hardy
    The Getaway Restoration: Part 1
  • factualhigh

    Left flipper system is in better overall condition than right flipper system

    Source: Cary HardyThe Getaway Restoration: Part 1
  • factualhigh

    Getaway's theme music is La Grange by ZZ Top and was licensed from ZZ Top

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

    Getaway game features simple core mechanics focused on multiball and mode progression

    Source: Jack DangerDay 4 of THE GETAWAY Battle Week! IFPA tournament tonight!
  • Nov 6, 2018
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    Episode 49 - Cinnamon Hands Only PleaseApr 23, 2019
  • Pinball machine that Ken formerly owned; was a project game heavily covered in dirt; cleaned and restored during discussion of playfield restoration techniques

    EP 95 - SKYNET is HEREMay 28, 2023
  • Pinball machine mentioned in operator pricing discussion; typically charged at 50 cents at Kansas City venues

    The Pinball Show Ep 146 BONUS: What I Like, What I Don't About Elton John Pinball & NEW JJP I/O Driver BoardJan 30, 2024
  • Classic pinball game that Dan says Hot Wheels reminds him of due to car theme and playfield design

    The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 41 - High Prices And Destroying TokyoOct 7, 2021
  • Tournament game at Stomp with confirmed code bug in Sorin's code; player four retained Redline Mania lit but reset to first gear on ball 3; bug reported and filed

    Episode 135 – Hooray for HoopsOct 2, 2019
  • Vintage pinball machine rented by Ryan C; suffered complete flipper shaft break-off after three service visits in three weeks, likely due to children playing

    Episode 144 – Protect YourselfApr 23, 2020
  • Pinball machine with documented multiball bug; bug fixed in Soarin's ROM; played during Stomp tournament

    Episode 99 – OutlashJul 12, 2018
  • Pinball machine selected by Kaylee George in tournament

    INDISC 2023 High Stakes Playoffs - FinalsDec 28, 2023
  • Pinball game mentioned as having similar DMD graphics to Congo

    Congo (Williams 1995) Virtual PinOct 1, 2019
  • Referenced for comparison of ball-return timing mechanics from behind ramp

    Dungeons & Dragons Pro Pinball: Do Dragons Eat Balls?May 11, 2025
  • #5 on magnet list; features supercharger magnet that players universally appreciate despite mixed feelings about rest of game

    SDTM: a pinball show Episode 28: Top 10 MagnetsAug 2, 2017
  • Classic Williams pinball game from the 1990s; Hardy owns a custom version with all clear inserts; serves as primary demonstration machine for LED kit

    Been Wanting to See This for Years Now...Feb 24, 2026
  • Pinball game referenced regarding overshot and live shot practice

    Day 2 of ROAD SHOW Battle Week!Dec 1, 2014
  • Pinball machine featured in Deadflip battle week stream; ZZ Top-licensed soundtrack; primary machine for tournament

    Day 4 of THE GETAWAY Battle Week! IFPA tournament tonight!Nov 21, 2014
  • Pinball machine at DeadFlip venue

    Day 4 ROAD SHOW Battle!!! She's all patched up! - 1 / 2Feb 19, 2015
  • Upcoming game option for next week's voting

    Day 4 of HOT SHOT battle week! - 2 / 2Nov 7, 2014
  • Classic pinball machine option in community poll for next week's game

    Day 5 of HOT SHOT battle week!Nov 9, 2014
  • Stern pinball machine owned by Jack Danger; being sold to a friend for their first machine purchase

    Day 3 of ROAD SHOW Battle Week! - 1 / 2Dec 6, 2014
  • Classic pinball referenced for comparison with Road Show secret mode mechanics

    Day 6 of ROAD SHOW Battle Week! - 2 / 2Dec 6, 2014
  • Pinball game that is being sold; host mentions failing to reach billion point goal (stopped at 999,996)

    Day 2 of TWILIGHT ZONE Battle Week! - 2 / 2Dec 11, 2014
  • Steve Ritchie classic referenced as design element incorporated into Elton John layout

    I Played Elton John PinballMay 1, 2024
  • Gottlieb pinball machine being extensively customized and restored by Hardy over 12+ months; planned subject of comprehensive restoration documentary

    How To Apply Water Slide Decals To Your Pinball PlayfieldJan 26, 2019
  • Pinball machine whose flood-damaged playfield is being restored; original manufacturer not specified in content

    Saving a Getaway Playfield Flood VictimJul 12, 2019
  • Pinball machine used as example for demonstrating playfield variability in the frame

    Building a Clear Coating Frame for Pinball PlayfieldsAug 21, 2019
  • Williams pinball machine purchased in early 2016 that is subject of extensive multi-year restoration with custom insert modification project; now being restored with new playfield for completion

    The Story of my Getaway (Christmas Special)Dec 25, 2019
  • Classic pinball machine being restored by Cary Hardy; subject of multi-part video series documenting playfield and component restoration

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 2Jan 18, 2020
  • Pinball machine being restored across multi-part video series

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 3Feb 10, 2020
  • Pinball machine being restored across multi-part video series; recipient of extensive component replacement and precision reassembly work

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 4Feb 17, 2020
  • Pinball machine being restored across multi-part video series; appears to be Williams or similar era machine with standard WPC components

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 7Mar 4, 2020
  • Williams pinball machine being extensively restored and customized over multi-year project

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 9Mar 10, 2020
  • Pinball restoration/modification project Kerry Hardy has been working on for several months; was planning to showcase at TPF

    Texas Pinball Festival is Cancelled. TWIPYs and deeproot...Mar 13, 2020
  • Pinball machine Hardy previously restored; reference point for learning from past cabinet damage mistakes

    Johnny Mnemonic Pinball Restoration: Episode 3Apr 14, 2021
  • Previously restored pinball machine by Cary Hardy; used as reference point for complexity and hardware quantity comparisons with Johnny Mnemonic

    Johnny Mnemonic Pinball Restoration: Episode 6Sep 29, 2021
  • Pinball machine owned by Cary Hardy; has underglow kit installed (red); used as reference comparison

    How I Install Mezel Mods Underglow Kit on my Pinball MachinesFeb 16, 2022
  • Pinball machine that survived fire damage in Arkansas, subject of multi-month restoration project; Cary also owns one on location

    This Game Survived!? (A new series is born?)Nov 5, 2022
  • Pinball machine restoration project that won Best of Show at Texas Pinball Festival 2022

    My 2022 Year End ReviewJan 3, 2023
  • Popular pinball machine that Cary Hardy owns multiple copies of; was featured in TPF event photo published in Nudge

    This....is Nudge Magazine!Jan 24, 2024
  • Pinball machine being restored; appears to be Data East title based on context

    The Getaway Restoration: Part 1Jan 4, 2020
  • Previous pinball machine restoration by Cary Hardy referenced as stylistic reference for chrome flipper bat choice

    Johnny Mnemonic Pinball Restoration: Episode 9Mar 7, 2022
  • Cary Hardy's restored pinball machine; used as reference point for metal-flaked powder coating aesthetic on Alice red rails

    Jersey Jack Pinball is doing Avatar?!Aug 28, 2024
  • Williams pinball machine; flood victim that provided critical replacement electrical harness for the Addams Family restoration

    The Addams Family Pinball Restoration - FINALEJul 2, 2020
  • Pinball machine in Cary Hardy's collection mentioned as nearby companion to where Black Knight 2000 will be positioned

    So long Jack Bot and Welcome....Apr 3, 2020
  • 1992 Bally pinball machine being fully restored over two years with extensive cosmetic and mod work

    The Getaway Restoration: FINALEApr 8, 2020
  • Pinball machine in Bob's collection; currently stored in friend's parents' basement (fell through window); never been in Bob's physical possession

    #34 - Bob CaldwellDec 15, 2020
  • Classic pinball game referenced as design influence for Rush's Red Barchetta multiball mechanic (RPM/shift gears callback)

    Rush Pinball Vault Celebration StreamApr 8, 2025
  • High Speed sequel inspired by Ritchie's California speeding incident.

    Steve Ritchie Take 2 - Dutch Pinball Open Expo 2025 - Pinball NewsNov 23, 2025
  • Classic pinball title referenced for mechanical similarity to Road Tripping's lifting/rotating features

    PNP 603- Road Trip+NEW Dave Fix?+ Tarrif Trouble+ SUCKED Into A WormholeFeb 7, 2025
  • Machine replaced at BrewDog Shepherd's Bush during article visit

    BREWDOG SHEPHERD’S BUSHAug 3, 2016
  • Pinball machine at Happy Valley experiencing resetting problems during author's visit; was turned off by staff

    ARCADE REPORT: Happy Valley Arcade Bar in Beacon, NY (July 2021)Aug 24, 2021
  • Pinball Arcade table; recent beta release; experienced collision detection issues with supercharger ramp

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  • Classic pinball machine; subject of multiple custom restorations discussed (jet black version, Redline Mania version)

    Rethemes and Cross-promotionsNov 6, 2016
  • Williams pinball machine mentioned as part of Zen beta; recently kicked hosts' butts with difficulty

    Zen Williams Pinball RetrospectiveSep 26, 2018
  • Zen FX table; noted for difficult orbit shots on mobile platform vs PC

    Data is KingFeb 21, 2019
  • Pinball table in Williams Pinball app. Chris tracking score data for Premium Challenges with 'almost all' scores documented.

    Shifting SandsApr 24, 2019
  • Williams pinball machine; used by Home Pin as reference/demonstration machine for Chinese workers to understand pinball gameplay

    Volume 4 Announcement EveMay 17, 2019
  • Pinball machine that Kerry restored and won Best of Show award at a previous TPF competition through multi-year effort

    Cary Hardy - Episode 23Apr 4, 2024
  • At RPC; German playfield; ball trough switch issues requiring new trough switch hardware

    Episode 244 – Score One For DebbieFeb 5, 2025
  • Classic Adams pinball game; Werdrick's first personal purchase, home-use only, still in collection

    Episode 420: Jason WerdrickJun 5, 2025
  • Classic Ritchie game referenced as example of his orbit shot and flow design

    Episode 228: Steve Ritchie returnsNov 5, 2019
  • Williams pinball game where Tim created Donut Heaven mod, the project that sparked Mezel Mods' founding

    Episode 205: Kristin Browning-Mezel, Mezel ModsJul 7, 2019
  • Classic pinball machine in Robert's home collection

    Episode 115: Who is this guy?Mar 19, 2018
  • Features Road Rash-style highway driving video mode; exploitable once memorized but fun when played as designed; accessible and friendly to new players

    Episode 5 - Video ModesNov 20, 2023
  • Referenced as game whose volume can be adjusted at operator request by regulars

    Episode 23 - How to Talk to an OperatorMar 25, 2024
  • Steve Ritchie follow-up to High Speed; reused spinning light topper design from predecessor

    Episode 99 - Much Ado About ToppersSep 8, 2025
  • Steve Ritchie design featuring supercharger oval track mechanic; NASCAR's circular track compared as 'giant version' of this feature

    Episode 101 - Best Game Ever: NASCARSep 22, 2025
  • Table where ROM carryover feature tested and confirmed working for high score persistence

    Pinball FX Early Access Gut ReactionsApr 4, 2022
  • Launch title with timed demo; Steve Ritchie high-speed design known for fast action

    And the WMS License Goes To… Zen Studios!Sep 4, 2018
  • Bally Williams; $3,000 pre-COVID to $4,700 currently; +2% YoY, +57% five-year

    Is The Pinball Market Crashing? | TMPM Feb 2025Jan 25, 2025
  • Racing-themed pinball game; Megan initially disliked it but grew to love it; exemplifies how casual players' preferences can shift with familiarity

    Episode 109 - A Casual Look Back at 2025 w/ Megan the WatergirlJan 12, 2026
  • Williams pinball with dot matrix display; featured in Eric's technical troubleshooting segment; display failure case study

    TOPCast 31: Tech showApr 29, 2007
  • Mike Boom's machine undergoing full restoration at Grazley Garage; heavily worn, includes CPR mirror backglass and custom mods

    The Grasley Garage! Seawitch & Evel Knievel are finished. More games join the queue!Dec 29, 2025
  • Restored pinball machine featuring full cabinet restoration, Pin2DMD, mountain mod, stoplight, Lamborghini, and Donut Heaven mods; completed for Mike Boom

    The Grasley Garage! The Getaway is finished! Combat progress, Bagman Cocktail arcade & more!!Jan 16, 2026
  • Referenced as part of Mike's ceiling/wall decoration collection

    Part 13: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! Let there be sound!Sep 24, 2025
  • Alaska Allied Leisure pinball machine, not designed by Steve Ritchie

    Crazy haul of Pinball & Arcade games from the 1970's teaser!Dec 17, 2025
  • Pinball machine previously used by operators for practice with tilt bob disabled during learning phase

    1 Billion Point Game on Dungeons & Dragons Pinball (Pro) on Code 0.93 - New High Score!Aug 24, 2025
  • Pinball machine Kerry is currently restoring to competition standard for TPF awards; chosen because Kerry hadn't seen other beautiful examples and wanted to differentiate from community trends.

    EP13 Cary HardyJan 19, 2026
  • 1990s Williams game with supercharger mechanic, Rhodes favorite, inspired by mechanical innovation

    Episode 81 – Richard Rhodes ACS ChampionFeb 25, 2019
  • Steve Ritchie design cited as example of excellent super jackpot choreography moment compared to Munsters

    Episode 84 – Tales from JailMar 18, 2019
  • Existing: Getaway is a 1990s Williams game with dot matrix display
    vs
    Conflicting: Mention 8 references a display failure case study but Getaway's specific failure circumstances are unclear and may be conflated with another machine
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 3, 2026
  • Existing: Getaway is a 1990s Williams game designed by Steve RitchievsConflicting: Mention 4 references 'Alaska Allied Leisure pinball machine, not designed by Steve Ritchie' which contradicts the established designer attribution
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 3, 2026
  • Existing: Getaway features a supercharger mechanic and is known for high-speed designvsConflicting: Mention 8 describes it as 'Williams pinball with dot matrix display' in a 2007 technical troubleshooting segment, but the 1990s dating is inconsistent with when dot matrix displays became standard
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 3, 2026