The 2018 Edition Print Version is sold out. The Electronic Version is still available.
As of January 2022, we are still working on the next edition, but do not have a projected
release date. During Covid prices have been unstable and so we didn't see the point of
releasing anything that would be immediately out-of-date and unreliable.
When we have something to announce we will announce it here.
Mr. Pinball®
Pinball List & Price Guide
The 2018 Edition, our 28th annual edition, contains important information about all pinball machines
made since the flipper was invented in 1947. This is the most popular
and accurate pinball reference anywhere. Over 3,000 pinball
machines are listed with incredible detail about each, including name,
manufacturer, date released, number of players, distinguishing features,
production numbers, collectibility, current value, market trend, designer,
artist, and relationships with other games.
Note that included in the pricing analysis are charts of price trends and
values and a list of the top five games, by decade and by type.
The book also contains current website links to on-line resources for buying
and selling parts and machines, popular pinball events, and how to find more
information--everything a new collector or pinball enthusiast needs to know.
Nowhere else can you find as comprehensive and complete reference on
pinball. No collector, novice or expert, can afford to be without the
latest edition from Mr. Pinball.
Added bonus sections--a comprehensive list of Bowling Games and a
comprehensive list of Gun Games since these are often found with
pinball games.
The Table of Contents from the 2018 Edition:
What's New in the 2018 Edition! How This Book Came To Be Introduction
Overview About List Information Available Versions Ordering How to Contact Us Updates
Flipper Pinball Lists
Flipper Pinball List Codes List--Alphabetical by Name List--Chronological by Manufacturer
Baseball Pinball List Bingo Pinball List Appendices
Appendix A--About the Serial Numbers Statistical Analysis
Introduction Sampling Method Biases and Limitations Interpretation Total Production Summary
Appendix B--Bibliography Appendix C--All About Pinball Collecting
Introduction Terminology Who Is Out There? Buying Games And Parts Selling Games And Parts Manufacturing Parts Shipping Games Caring For Games Playing Games Locating Games To Play 10 Biggest Mistakes New Collectors Make 10 Biggest Mistakes Experienced Collectors Make Companion Collectibles Promotional Material Magazines Pinball Events Internet Pinball Podcasts
Appendix D--Determining Price
Overview What Value Means Other Values Listed How to Determine Value Using This Guide--Standard Method Caveats How to Determine Value Using This Guide--Class Rating System Alternative General Pinball Values Manufacturer Report Market Trends Popularity How Values Were Determined Conclusion
Appendix E--Artists Appendix F--Designers Appendix G--Glossary Appendix H--Manufacturer History
Country-specific Notes
Appendix I--Game Interrelationships Appendix J--Just Not a Pinball
Bonus Sections
Bowling Games List Gun Games List
Sample
You can obtain a 3 page sample of our 2003 Edition in PDF format by clicking here.
Detailed Pricing Information
$25.00 Standard Version
Spiral bound, 8.5"x5.5", 244 pages
This is the most popular version of the list and is just perfect for
carrying with you everywhere. You can only order this from one of the following pinball suppliers:
Contains all information in Standard Version in a downloadable ZIP-compressed file. The link will be sent to you via e-mail. Includes plain ASCII text, unformatted, tab-delimited data--easily imported into your favorite word processor, database, or spreadsheet on a Macintosh, IBM PC, or Linux computer. Includes PDF format file of the entire book. Includes PDF format file of the entire book with no ads (it's much smaller.) Includes spreadsheet files in Microsoft Excel and Open Data formats. Shipping is free and only by download.
You can only order this version direct from us and you must provide an email address to order. Contact us if you are interested in this version.
$8.00 Obsolete Standard Versions
We have a few older copies from previous years available. When these are gone, they're gone! Any old edition not listed here is no longer available. Please contact us first about ordering one of these to ensure we still have it in stock. Ask about shipping.
2015 Edition, unbound, not hole-punched (1 copy only)
What's New in the 2018 Edition!
Overview
Introduction
Spiral bound, 8.5"x5.5", 244 pages
2015 Edition, unbound, not hole-punched (1 copy only)