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pot bumpers

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Definition

In pinball, pot bumpers (also called pop bumpers) are spring-loaded bumper mechanisms on the playfield that are triggered when the ball hits them, typically used as interactive targets that can be tied to game mechanics or themed elements.

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Definition History (3)

  • In pinball, pot bumpers (also called pop bumpers) are spring-loaded bumper mechanisms on the playfield that are triggered when the ball hits them, typ...

    refinementhighMar 22, 2026
  • Pop bumper/target mechanisms on pinball playfield

    enrichmenthigh“...of course getting lightsabers involved, but the key thing that we really leaned into was tying the pot bumpers to each blade. So when you hit the pot bumpers, whether they're uh on the sides in Fall of the Empi...”Mar 22, 2026
  • pinball bumper mechanism (pop bumpers)

    enrichmenthigh“...art as you're trying to get a different infinity stone, really really cool you got some Dr. Strange pot bumpers also on this tower you have your spotting iron, adding a ball, extra ball. We've got Thor's hammer...”Mar 5, 2026

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