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Goonies

gameactive60 mentionsFirst seen Aug 31, 2021Last seen Apr 7, 2026

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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.

Aliases

The GooniesGoonies PinballGoonies (Spooky Pinball)Spooky Goonies

Relationships

  • manufacturesSpooky Pinball LLCSpooky Pinball is the manufacturer developing the Goonies pinball machinemedium
  • designedChristopher FranchiChristopher Franchi created the artwork for the Goonies pinball machinemedium
  • affiliated_withBeetlejuiceGoonies is frequently compared to Beetlejuice as a similar high-demand Spooky Pinball release with strong sellout potentialmedium
  • affiliated_withGremlinsGremlins and Goonies are discussed as part of Spooky Pinball's upcoming release cycle, with Goonies potentially released before or as alternative to Gremlinsmedium

Facts

  • achievementExpected to sell out quickly if releasedmediumfrom 2026-01-04
  • affiliationPinball machine game manufactured by Spooky Pinballhigh
  • attributeLicensed IP exclusive to Spooky Pinballhighfrom 2025-11-30
  • attributeAssociated with 80s/90s nostalgia thememediumfrom 2025-12-08
  • attributeBased on 1985 film propertyhigh
  • attributeCompared to Gremlins as property with stronger emotional/cult appealmediumfrom 2026-01-21

Claims (1)

  • rumorlow

    Goonies pinball is rumored to be in development by Dutch Pinball

    Source: Stephanie#001 We Bought a Pinball Machine and It Accidentally Took Over Our Lives

Recent Mentions (60)

  • Upcoming pinball machine mentioned as part of 2025 release slate

    Episode 1208: "Kaneda's First Impressions of Pokemon LE"Apr 7, 2026
  • 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

    Episode 1201: "Recap of TPF News"Mar 23, 2026
  • Unannounced/rumored pinball game; subject of host speculation as next Spooky or Barrels of Fun title

    039 - Beetlejuice @ Pinball on Perry - 1st impressionsMar 16, 2026
  • Themed pinball game cited by Zach as example of strong theme appeal in his game preference hierarchy.

    Episode 5: The Pinball Party NetworkSep 20, 2022
  • Spooky Pinball upcoming release expected to be well-executed

    Episode 1196: "Stern's Surprise Pokemon Stream & Beetlejuice Scoop-Gate?"Mar 7, 2026
  • Spooky Pinball rumored forthcoming game; Chris suggests timed release with new Goonies movie; alleges Evil Dead theme hurt sales for Spooky

    Episode 1035: "Have We Lost That NIB Stern Loving Feeling?"

Contradictions

  • Existing: Multiple sources indicate Goonies is expected to release in late 2025 or early 2026vsConflicting: Mention 15 references 'Barrel of Fun title; expected release in February-March' which appears to conflate Goonies with a different game
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Game features Christopher Franchi artwork (confirmed in mention 24)vsConflicting: Mention 17 states it 'features Franchi artwork' but this appears consistent; however, the timing and confirmation status varies across sources
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Goonies is a Spooky Pinball title in developmentvsConflicting: Episode 1188 references it as an 'upcoming Stern title'
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026
  • Goonies is consistently described as a Spooky Pinball upcoming title throughout the evidence

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status
Speculated as next Spooky Pinball title in development
medium
from 2025-12-26
  • statusRumored to be in development for several yearsmediumfrom 2026-01-04
  • Dec 16, 2024
  • Possible next Barrels of Fun game title (speculation); seen as more commercially viable than Dune

    Episode 1070: "Whistle While We Wait"Mar 29, 2025
  • Pinball title referenced as an example of interested list management work.

    The Pinball Show Episode 179 BONUS: Inside Pinball: The Tales Of A Pinball DistributorAug 14, 2025
  • Confirmed as coming from Stern; classic IP

    Episode 961: "Stern's July Plan(s) Revealed"May 30, 2024
  • Classic movie theme; Frisco's custom v-pin cabinet is Goonies-themed with reskinned playfield, custom plunger, side art

    IRON PINBALL Battle - Star TrekOct 14, 2021
  • Upcoming Spooky Pinball release; competitor to D&D in 2025 IP landscape

    Episode 1038: "Kaneda Plays DA on D&D"Dec 31, 2024
  • License held by Spooky Pinball but not next title; remains in development pipeline for future release

    Episode 1004: "Kaneda Confirms Spooky's Next Title & Who REALLY Has Sonic The Hedgehog"Oct 4, 2024
  • Spooky Pinball predicted project; expected December release to capitalize on market fatigue

    Episode 1003: "Breakdown Before My Break"Sep 26, 2024
  • 1985 classic film; license rumored to have transferred from Deep Root to Spooky Pinball; Franchi expected to work on art

    Episode 1001: Have We All Been Gas Lit?Sep 19, 2024
  • Spooky Pinball title expected for future release; Christopher Franchi indicated a bigger title comes first (Beetlejuice)

    Episode 1044: "The Mystery Behind JJP's Avatar CE Playfields"Jan 13, 2025
  • Anticipated future release that Don references as reason for game rotation

    More Metallica Remake infoJun 27, 2024
  • Speculated upcoming pinball game; Don believes manufacturer has exclusive IP license; low-confidence rumor based on hearsay

    Bonus Show #161Nov 26, 2024
  • Referenced as rumored upcoming pinball game; mentioned in context of NES cartridge and arcade cabinet

    Labyrinth Pinball Battle Jareth Final Wizard Mode Complete! #barrelsoffun #wizardmode #4kJun 29, 2024
  • Upcoming title; included in 2025 release hype cycle

    Episode 1193: "TGIF Happy & Hungover Live Show"Feb 27, 2026
  • Dream pinball theme; movie favorite of Stephanie; rumored to be in development by Dutch Pinball; Stephanie would prefer Spooky Pinball to manufacture

    #001 We Bought a Pinball Machine and It Accidentally Took Over Our LivesJul 6, 2025
  • Correctly identified by guest

    Ultimate Retro Gaming Music Challenge!Feb 17, 2023
  • Game by Barry Osler at Deep Root with incomplete whitewood; planned coin pusher mechanic in middle of playfield

    deeproot Pinball: Game OverAug 31, 2021
  • One of six games Oursler was designing at Deep Root Pinball before the company bankruptcy prevented production.

    For Barry...Mar 1, 2022
  • Rumored Spooky Pinball title; hosts express highest enthusiasm for this title among five rumors; Don rewatched the film and envisioned strong game potential.

    WBPP ACTION NEWS | Elwin, Avatar, Goonies, & more!!Oct 16, 2024
  • Upcoming pinball game; referenced as major IP release competing with Never Ending Story and other 2025 titles

    Episode 1191: "The Real Anxious People Are...The Scalpers!"Feb 23, 2026
  • Rumored Spooky Pinball title; speakers advocate for potential despite past skepticism

    SDTM: 2025 Pinball Sneak Peek: Rumors, Secrets, & PredictionsJan 13, 2025
  • Rumored pinball in development by unknown manufacturer; Pinball Brothers speculated as possible developer; whitewood sketch exists from ~1 year ago

    DPP #126 "The pinball future is in black and white"May 31, 2024
  • Pinball machine cited by Jackson as dream theme to work on; represents 80s IP he'd like to see designed

    Episode 348: Jackson GeeAug 31, 2022
  • Rumored Spooky Pinball possibility; discussed as 'touchstone' theme that 'deserves' a pinball machine despite not being personal preference

    Episode 255 - Worst DecisionsSep 27, 2025
  • Upcoming game (unreleased); Kaneda predicts it would outsell Evil Dead due to superior theme appeal

    Is Spooky Pinball #2 now?Nov 21, 2024
  • Unannounced Spooky Pinball game; implied next major release with pirate ship; Spooky Luke confirms development via chat

    The 2024 Kaneda Kudos Pinball Awards / Saturday Morning Spectacular!Dec 29, 2024
  • Rumored Spooky Pinball title; Kaneda defends thematic fit despite community skepticism; suggests Spooky will make variety of content

    Kaneda's Saturday Morning Spectacular Nov 22Nov 23, 2025
  • Upcoming Spooky Pinball game; Kaneda indicates pre-orders sold out; expects even higher demand/competition than Beetlejuice

    Episode 1162: "Did Stern Hire Mickey Mouse to Market The Walking Dead?"Nov 19, 2025
  • Spooky Pinball game in development; ranks #4 in Kineticist Hype Index, ahead of Beetlejuice

    Spooky Pinball Reveals Beetlejuice PinballNov 14, 2025
  • Rumored Spooky Pinball release, allegedly in development for several years; hosts predict it would sell out quickly if released

    Episode 262 - Welcome to 2026!Jan 4, 2026
  • Confirmed upcoming Spooky Pinball title with Christopher Franchi artwork

    Evil Dead Pinball Machine Review | First Impressions & Gameplay at Pinfest 2025Aug 30, 2025
  • Spooky Pinball announced project; Gonzo initially skeptical but now endorses company for execution

    Stern’s Next Star Wars Pinball | Fall of the Empire Only for USA?Aug 28, 2025
  • 1985 film; speculated as next Spooky Pinball title; author's personal high-interest prospect

    What Other Pinball Machines are Coming in 2026? Halo, Goonies, Back to the Future & More…Dec 26, 2025
  • Spooky rumored next game (medium confidence); strong nostalgia appeal for host; thematically aligned with Spooky brand

    Episode 49: Pinball 2026: What’s REALLY Coming (Rumors vs Reality)Jan 1, 2026
  • Rumored next Spooky Pinball game (alternative to Gremlins)

    We’re Hosting the TWIPYs! | News with Colin | KineticistDec 31, 2025
  • Upcoming Stern title; in development pipeline; mentioned as part of strong upcoming release schedule

    Free Show: EPISODE 1188: "Why Pokemon Might Be The Most Important Pinball Ever & The LE Will Hit $30,000!"Feb 16, 2026
  • Referenced as potential nostalgia-driven remake parallel to Beetlejuice trend

    Pinball Junk Drawer Episode 86 - Lumberjack Relaunch, What's More Annoying Game and a Scottish "Beer"Nov 27, 2025
  • Spooky game #3 on Hype Index; features Franchi artwork and multiple interactive toys

    PNP 667- Top 5 Rumored Pins of 2026 RANKED On The HYPE Index!Feb 3, 2026
  • Spooky Pinball title (rumored/developing); compared to Gremlins as property with stronger emotional/cult appeal despite lower box office

    PNP 665- Gremlins VS Goonies+ Pokemon ?'s+ AP Interview+ TWIPYS LIVE Vote!Jan 21, 2026
  • Potential upcoming Spooky title speculated about by Kaneda

    Episode 1182: "Kaneda's Manic Monday Spectacular!"Feb 2, 2026
  • Barrel of Fun title; expected release in February-March; potential competitor to Alice

    Saturday Morning Spectacular!Nov 10, 2024
  • Spooky Pinball game launching December 2025; Kaneda expects to be 'killer' and benefit from Spooky's optimal release window

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular Feb 7Feb 8, 2026
  • Spooky Pinball title; included in discussion of Spooky's strong recent releases

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular Jan 17Jan 17, 2026
  • Rumored Spooky Pinball title (next after Beetlejuice)

    Episode 1170: "World Exclusive New Game Coming Early 2026"Dec 17, 2025
  • Spooky Pinball license; expected to sell out immediately similar to Beetlejuice

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular Dec 27Dec 28, 2025
  • Spooky Pinball upcoming title; predicted to sell out first hour and exceed MSRP immediately

    Kaneda D&D TestJan 3, 2025
  • Upcoming title mentioned in 2026 best-year projection.

    Kaneda Reacting to Pokemon LIVE for the First Time!Feb 14, 2026
  • Mentioned as upcoming 80s/90s nostalgia theme expected to perform well

    Episode 1167: "Thanks For The Info, Jack!"Dec 8, 2025
  • Forthcoming game expected to dominate conversation next year

    Kaneda Kudos TestJan 3, 2026
  • Upcoming Spooky Pinball release; expected to generate significant community demand and content

    Episode 1166: "Pinball Things I'm Thankful For"Dec 3, 2025
  • Spooky Pinball release; predicted instant day-one sellout (mentioned alongside Beetlejuice as alternative)

    Kaneda Late NightApr 24, 2025
  • Licensed IP exclusive to Spooky; Kaneda believes will not see competing manufacturer versions

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular - November 29Nov 30, 2025
  • Upcoming release; mentioned as part of strong theme lineup for 2025

    Episode 1187: "Kaneda's Kandid First Impressions of POKEMON!"Feb 14, 2026
  • Upcoming Spooky Pinball title (first of next two-game sequence), confirmed as high-demand collector game

    Episode 1165: "The Dawn of The New Pinball Collection Has Begun"Nov 29, 2025
  • Spooky Pinball upcoming title; referenced as example of boutique that will have complete product delivery strategy from day one

    Episode 1171: "Dune's Last Ditch NIB FOMO Attempt"Dec 18, 2025
  • Existing:
    vs
    Conflicting: Mention 19 states 'Upcoming Stern title; in development pipeline'
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026