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The 1970s marked a transformative decade for pinball machines, solidifying their place as a cornerstone of arcade culture. Advancements in technology ushered in the widespread adoption of solid-state electronics, replacing mechanical components and introducing digital displays, sound effects, and enhanced gameplay features. These innovations made pinball machines more dynamic and captivating, laying the groundwork for their golden age.

The era also saw the rise of themed pinball machines, inspired by pop culture, movies, and music, which resonated deeply with players. Iconic titles like Fireball and Captain Fantastic became cultural touchstones, while manufacturers like Bally, Williams, and Gottlieb competed to push the boundaries of creativity. The 1970s wasn’t just about gaming—it was about creating an experience, a mix of flashing lights, immersive themes, and the satisfying clink of a perfectly timed shot. This page celebrates the best pinball machines of the 1970s, showcasing the decade’s most memorable innovations and designs.


1
1977
Captain Fantastic & The Brown Dirt Cowboy
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
2
1978
Playboy
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
3
1979
Kiss
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
4
1977
Evel Knievel
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
5
1975
Wizard!
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
6
1979
Gorgar
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
7
1972
Fireball
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
8
1977
Eight Ball
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
9
1979
Paragon
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
10
1979
Star Trek
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
11
1979
Harlem Globetrotters On Tour
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
12
1978
Lost World
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
13
1976
Royal Flush
Gottlieb
14
1979
Meteor
Stern Electronics, Incorporated
15
1978
Flash
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
16
1978
Joker Poker
D. Gottlieb & Company
17
1976
Grand Prix
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
18
1977
Cleopatra
D. Gottlieb & Company
19
1978
Strikes and Spares
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
20
1977
Evel Knievel
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
21
1978
Power Play
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
22
1976
Surf Champ
Gottlieb
23
1972
Wild Life
Gottlieb
24
1978
Mata Hari
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
25
1973
Nip-It
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
26
1979
Count-Down
D. Gottlieb & Company
27
1976
Card Whiz
Gottlieb
28
1973
King Pin
Gottlieb
29
1972
Gulfstream
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
30
1976
Fandango
Playmatic
31
1979
Genie
D. Gottlieb & Company
32
1973
Monte Carlo
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
33
1978
The Six Million Dollar Man
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
34
1971
Astro
Gottlieb
35
1977
Jacks Open
Gottlieb
36
1979
Future Spa
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
37
1975
Abra Ca Dabra
Gottlieb
38
1978
Strange World
D. Gottlieb & Company
39
1973
Upper Deck
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
40
1971
Four Million B.C.
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
41
1979
Superman
Atari, Incorporated
42
1972
Travel Time
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
43
1976
Space Mission
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
44
1979
Stellar Wars
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
45
1976
Target Alpha
Gottlieb
46
1979
Incredible Hulk
D. Gottlieb & Company
47
1973
High Hand
Gottlieb
48
1976
Sure Shot
Gottlieb
49
1975
El Dorado
Gottlieb
50
1978
Stars
Stern Electronics, Incorporated

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51
1974
Big Indian
Gottlieb
52
1979
Dolly Parton
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
53
1974
Amigo
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
54
1977
Hot Tip
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
55
1973
Hi-Lo Ace
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
56
1977
Jungle Queen
D. Gottlieb & Company
57
1978
Sinbad
D. Gottlieb & Company
58
1976
Night Rider
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
59
1977
Night Rider
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
60
1976
Volley
Gottlieb
61
1976
Aztec
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
62
1972
Line Drive
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
63
1974
Big Brave
Gottlieb
64
1976
Surfer
Gottlieb
65
1975
Spirit of 76
Gottlieb
66
1975
Top Score
Gottlieb
67
1971
Wizard
Gottlieb
68
1972
Fan-Tas-Tic
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
69
1975
Spin Out
Gottlieb
70
1972
Little Joe
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
71
1970
Polo
Gottlieb
72
1975
Little Chief
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
73
1975
"300"
Gottlieb
74
1972
Flying Carpet
Gottlieb
75
1978
Joker Poker
D. Gottlieb & Company
76
1977
Centigrade 37
D. Gottlieb & Company
77
1979
Solar Ride
D. Gottlieb & Company
78
1973
Time Zone
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
79
1977
Jet Spin
D. Gottlieb & Company
80
1976
Capt. Fantastic and The Brown Dirt Cowboy
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
81
1979
Pinball Pool
D. Gottlieb & Company
82
1974
Sky Jump
Gottlieb
83
1974
Far Out
Gottlieb
84
1973
Spooksville
Allied Leisure Industries, Incorporated
85
1975
Atlantis
Gottlieb
86
1975
Bow and Arrow
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
87
1972
Grand Slam
Gottlieb
88
1979
Magic
Stern Electronics, Incorporated
89
1973
Pro-Football
Gottlieb
90
1979
Sharpshooter
Game Plan, Incorporated
91
1977
Getaway
Allied Leisure Industries, Incorporated
92
1977
Big Hit
D. Gottlieb & Company
93
1977
Golden Arrow
D. Gottlieb & Company
94
1970
Big Valley
Bally Manufacturing Corporation
95
1978
Cherry Bell
Segasa d.b.a. Sonic
96
1971
Lawman
Gottlieb
97
1977
Solar City
Gottlieb
98
1979
Time Warp
Williams Electronics, Incorporated
99
1976
Buccaneer
Gottlieb
100
1978
Space Riders
Atari, Incorporated

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