Dialed In Pinball Machine was the first pinball machine ever built with Bluetooth connectivity, a built-in camera, and smartphone integration. When Jersey Jack Pinball announced it in 2017, the demand crashed their website within 24 hours.
That’s a big claim to open with, but it’s true — and it’s only part of the story. Dialed In Pinball Machine is also one of the rare modern pinball machines built around a completely original idea instead of a movie or band license. It came from Pat Lawlor, the designer behind The Addams Family, Twilight Zone, and Funhouse, in his first new design in nearly a decade. The theme: you’re racing to save a city from earthquakes, monster attacks, and alien invasions — equal parts disaster movie and video game.
Five Things Dialed In Pinball Machine Did First
- Bluetooth-connected gameplay. No other pinball machine before it linked to your phone during play.
- A built-in camera. Set your phone on the glass and it becomes part of the game — a spatial multiball mode reacts to it directly.
- An in-game “news broadcast.” The backbox screen runs a news channel that reports on the disaster unfolding on the playfield in real time.
- A swinging LCD mount. The 27″ HD screen in the backbox swings open for service access — the first time this had been done in a production pinball machine.
- An original theme in a licensed-heavy market. At a time when most new machines were built around movies, shows, or bands, Dialed In! bet on its own idea — and it worked.
What’s Actually on the Playfield
Underneath the tech, it’s still a serious pinball machine. Five magnets, three flying drone toys, a hidden trap door, an animated robot, and a 3D interactive projected image inside the “Quantum Theater” all sit on the playfield, wrapped in stainless steel body armor and lit by RGB LEDs that shift with the game’s mood.
Which Edition Fits You?
All three editions — Standard, Limited, and Collector’s — play the exact same game underneath. The differences come down to finish and extras. Standard gives you the full experience without the collector premium. Limited Edition adds upgraded lighting and cosmetic touches. Collector’s Edition is the one built for superfans: a fiber-optic cityscape back panel, a metal numbered nameplate, a laser-etched rule card, a custom Dialed In! comic book, a team jacket, and a plaque signed by designer Pat Lawlor himself. If you just want to play a genuinely great, original pinball machine, Standard is plenty. If you want a piece of pinball history you can point to, Collector’s Edition is worth the jump.
Specifications of Dialed In Pinball Machine
| Spec | Detail |
| Manufacturer | Jersey Jack Pinball |
| Designer | Pat Lawlor |
| Year Released | 2017 |
| Players | 4 |
| Editions | Standard, Limited, Collector’s |
| Display | 27″ HD LCD |
| Installed Height | ~76″ |
| Installed Width | ~29″ |
| Installed Depth | ~52″ |
| Power | Standard 110V outlet |
| Shipping Time | 3–5 business days across the USA |
Space Needed
Standard footprint for a widebody pinball cabinet — plan for about 2.4 feet of width and 4.3 feet of depth, plus roughly 6.3 feet of clearance for the backbox.
Who Dialed In Pinball Machine Is For
Pinball purists who are tired of every new release being tied to a movie license will find a lot to like here — this is a machine built on its own ideas, and it plays like it. It also suits collectors who want a genuine piece of pinball firsts, and home game room owners who want a conversation piece that’s more than just nostalgia bait.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dialed In pinball machine?
It’s a 2017 pinball machine by Jersey Jack Pinball, designed by Pat Lawlor. It was the first pinball machine ever to feature Bluetooth connectivity, a built-in camera, and smartphone integration, built around an original city-disaster theme rather than a movie or band license.
Who designed Dialed In Pinball Machine?
Pat Lawlor, known for The Addams Family, Twilight Zone, and Funhouse — some of the best-selling pinball machines ever made.
What’s the difference between the Standard, Limited, and Collector’s Editions?
All three share the same core gameplay. Limited Edition adds cosmetic and lighting upgrades. Collector’s Edition adds exclusive artwork, a signed plaque, a numbered nameplate, and extra memorabilia.
How does the smartphone feature actually work?
Placing your phone on the playfield glass during certain modes activates a spatial multiball feature — one of several ways the game blends digital and physical play.
How much space does it need for Dialed In Pinball Machine?
About 2.4 feet of width and 4.3 feet of depth, with roughly 6.3 feet of ceiling clearance for the backbox.
Does it come with a warranty?
Yes — every machine we sell, including Dialed In Pinball Machine, is inspected before shipping and backed by a warranty with direct technician support.
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