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Flipper Football

gameactive10 mentionsFirst seen Jul 1, 2007Last seen Sep 13, 2025

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Flipper Football is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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Claims (3)

  • factualhigh

    Flipper Football has a market valuation of $31,000–$36,000 on Pinside.

    Source: Erika, citing Pinside market value checkDive into Pinball Museum Sale: 360° Showcase
  • opinionmedium

    Flipper Football was one of the main reasons for Capcom pinball's demise

    Source: Knapp ArcadePorn and Punching Bags...The Collapse of Capcom Pinball
  • factualmedium

    Capcom threw out millions of dollars of flawed Flipper Football parts

    Source: Knapp ArcadePorn and Punching Bags...The Collapse of Capcom Pinball

Recent Mentions (10)

  • Capcom pinball game mentioned in Powell's portfolio

    TOPCast 43: Jeff PowellJul 8, 2007
  • Capcom game designed by Python; originally conceived as Pinball 2000 predecessor with video-ball integration; reduced to quick cash product due to management pressure

    TOPCast 42: Python AngheloJul 1, 2007
  • Capcom pinball machine (~750 units manufactured) with compatible systems to Big Bang Bar; used as donor cabinet for Prusa's build

    CLEPIN 2025: Stephen Prusa's Big Bang Bar Pinball BuildSep 13, 2025
  • Capcom pinball machine with goal-scoring mechanics; no ramps, two-minute gameplay with one-minute halves; features weekly code updates

    Flipper Football with Don's Pinball PodcastSep 30, 2024
  • Capcom arcade game from 1996 that pioneered under-glass display placement, influencing Cirqus Voltaire's design

    Pinball Heroes: Cameron SilverMar 7, 2009
  • Pinball machine on order by host

    Stream 639: The Mandalorian (Stern) PremiumJul 30, 2023

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Pinball/flipper game produced by Capcom with Python's creative input

Python Anghelo DiesApr 9, 2014
  • Capcom pinball game (1996) designed by Brian Hansen and Python Anghelo; featured problematic backbox soccer ball; cited as major cause of Capcom's pinball division collapse

    Porn and Punching Bags...The Collapse of Capcom PinballMar 31, 2022
  • Capcom pinball machine; extremely rare (one of only 5–6 Capcom pins made); valued at $31,000–$36,000 on Pinside market.

    Dive into Pinball Museum Sale: 360° ShowcaseJul 13, 2024
  • Capcom pinball game in McBain's personal collection, praised for build quality

    Episode 370: Andrew MacBain of Pinball AdventuresAug 18, 2023