Goonies is an upcoming pinball machine in development by Spooky Pinball, based on the classic 1985 film of the same name. The game is highly anticipated within the pinball community and is expected to be a high-demand collector's item with significant sellout potential. Featured with Christopher Franchi artwork and multiple interactive toys, Goonies represents a nostalgia-driven property aligned with Spooky's recent successful releases and is positioned as one of the most hyped upcoming titles for 2026.
Goonies pinball is rumored to be in development by Dutch Pinball
Upcoming pinball machine mentioned as part of 2025 release slate
Spooky Pinball game; pre-order list fully sold out at TPF; Kaneda has five units available as giveaway at MSRP for Kaneda Club members only
Unannounced/rumored pinball game; subject of host speculation as next Spooky or Barrels of Fun title
Themed pinball game cited by Zach as example of strong theme appeal in his game preference hierarchy.
Spooky Pinball upcoming release expected to be well-executed
Spooky Pinball rumored forthcoming game; Chris suggests timed release with new Goonies movie; alleges Evil Dead theme hurt sales for Spooky
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Possible next Barrels of Fun game title (speculation); seen as more commercially viable than Dune
Pinball title referenced as an example of interested list management work.
Confirmed as coming from Stern; classic IP
Classic movie theme; Frisco's custom v-pin cabinet is Goonies-themed with reskinned playfield, custom plunger, side art
Upcoming Spooky Pinball release; competitor to D&D in 2025 IP landscape
License held by Spooky Pinball but not next title; remains in development pipeline for future release
Spooky Pinball predicted project; expected December release to capitalize on market fatigue
1985 classic film; license rumored to have transferred from Deep Root to Spooky Pinball; Franchi expected to work on art
Spooky Pinball title expected for future release; Christopher Franchi indicated a bigger title comes first (Beetlejuice)
Anticipated future release that Don references as reason for game rotation
Speculated upcoming pinball game; Don believes manufacturer has exclusive IP license; low-confidence rumor based on hearsay
Referenced as rumored upcoming pinball game; mentioned in context of NES cartridge and arcade cabinet
Upcoming title; included in 2025 release hype cycle
Dream pinball theme; movie favorite of Stephanie; rumored to be in development by Dutch Pinball; Stephanie would prefer Spooky Pinball to manufacture
Correctly identified by guest
Game by Barry Osler at Deep Root with incomplete whitewood; planned coin pusher mechanic in middle of playfield
One of six games Oursler was designing at Deep Root Pinball before the company bankruptcy prevented production.
Rumored Spooky Pinball title; hosts express highest enthusiasm for this title among five rumors; Don rewatched the film and envisioned strong game potential.
Upcoming pinball game; referenced as major IP release competing with Never Ending Story and other 2025 titles
Rumored Spooky Pinball title; speakers advocate for potential despite past skepticism
Rumored pinball in development by unknown manufacturer; Pinball Brothers speculated as possible developer; whitewood sketch exists from ~1 year ago
Pinball machine cited by Jackson as dream theme to work on; represents 80s IP he'd like to see designed
Rumored Spooky Pinball possibility; discussed as 'touchstone' theme that 'deserves' a pinball machine despite not being personal preference
Upcoming game (unreleased); Kaneda predicts it would outsell Evil Dead due to superior theme appeal
Unannounced Spooky Pinball game; implied next major release with pirate ship; Spooky Luke confirms development via chat
Rumored Spooky Pinball title; Kaneda defends thematic fit despite community skepticism; suggests Spooky will make variety of content
Upcoming Spooky Pinball game; Kaneda indicates pre-orders sold out; expects even higher demand/competition than Beetlejuice
Spooky Pinball game in development; ranks #4 in Kineticist Hype Index, ahead of Beetlejuice
Rumored Spooky Pinball release, allegedly in development for several years; hosts predict it would sell out quickly if released
Confirmed upcoming Spooky Pinball title with Christopher Franchi artwork
Spooky Pinball announced project; Gonzo initially skeptical but now endorses company for execution
1985 film; speculated as next Spooky Pinball title; author's personal high-interest prospect
Spooky rumored next game (medium confidence); strong nostalgia appeal for host; thematically aligned with Spooky brand
Rumored next Spooky Pinball game (alternative to Gremlins)
Upcoming Stern title; in development pipeline; mentioned as part of strong upcoming release schedule
Referenced as potential nostalgia-driven remake parallel to Beetlejuice trend
Spooky game #3 on Hype Index; features Franchi artwork and multiple interactive toys
Spooky Pinball title (rumored/developing); compared to Gremlins as property with stronger emotional/cult appeal despite lower box office
Potential upcoming Spooky title speculated about by Kaneda
Barrel of Fun title; expected release in February-March; potential competitor to Alice
Spooky Pinball game launching December 2025; Kaneda expects to be 'killer' and benefit from Spooky's optimal release window
Spooky Pinball title; included in discussion of Spooky's strong recent releases
Rumored Spooky Pinball title (next after Beetlejuice)
Spooky Pinball license; expected to sell out immediately similar to Beetlejuice
Spooky Pinball upcoming title; predicted to sell out first hour and exceed MSRP immediately
Upcoming title mentioned in 2026 best-year projection.
Mentioned as upcoming 80s/90s nostalgia theme expected to perform well
Forthcoming game expected to dominate conversation next year
Upcoming Spooky Pinball release; expected to generate significant community demand and content
Spooky Pinball release; predicted instant day-one sellout (mentioned alongside Beetlejuice as alternative)
Licensed IP exclusive to Spooky; Kaneda believes will not see competing manufacturer versions
Upcoming release; mentioned as part of strong theme lineup for 2025
Upcoming Spooky Pinball title (first of next two-game sequence), confirmed as high-demand collector game
Spooky Pinball upcoming title; referenced as example of boutique that will have complete product delivery strategy from day one