Jersey Jack
Wizard of Oz Pinside Rating
This game received 910 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.425 /10
Wizard of Oz
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 8.314
Artwork: 8.876
Sounds/Music: 8.213
Other Aspects: 8.225
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This title is part of group: "Wizard of Oz"
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8.948/10
5 years ago
Livermore, CA
Absolute masterpiece. Gorgeous machine with incredible lighting. A BIG adventure.
Born
8.412/10
5 years ago
Love this game, jersey jack puts out great quality this is a solid game and I will own one one day, game play is very smooth, great theme.
9.280/10
5 years ago
Solingen
The build quality of this machine -especially regarding the fact, that it was the first of a new company - is outstanding. It has been said a couple of times already, but I cannot stress the fact enough that, when you step up to the machine, there really is a "world under glass" feeling. The layout to me is a good variation from the typical fan layout with enough variety and two upper playfields, that actually blend well into the theme and overall play. This is by no means a "two shot game". If you really think so, you miss out on the main parts. The game code is finished by now and has it all.
For me, this is a machine with high lastibility. Sound is amazing. A truly complete package.
What else can you wish for in our hobby :)
For me, this is a machine with high lastibility. Sound is amazing. A truly complete package.
What else can you wish for in our hobby :)
9.200/10
5 years ago
We have had this machine for approximately three months & I wanted to pause for a time to give a review. When one first acquires a new title, the freshness of the new addition will usually have positive results. So I wanted to delay this review to be certain that this description is genuine & absolute.
The theming is an incredible tribute to a timeless classic. Though this theme is not for everyone, growing up in an era when this movie was annually featured really commemorates the recall of childhood memories. WOZ is a universal theme that completely changed the perspective of the movie industry. WOZ is recognized by family, friends & world-wide.
The overall gameplay is phenomenal! The playfield, lightshow & LCD display is a breakthrough that has set the precedence for any machine that follows. The playfield is an adventurous journey, the lightshow is therapeutic eye-candy & the LCD is an attraction that will gravitate your complete attention. JJP has set the standard w/ their commitment to offering a machine that has broken the barrier for the next pinball generation.
The rules are a different approach to the norm of the pinball industry. When approaching the gameplay rules for this title, one must spend many games on this machine to fully understand the objectives. Though the rules are deep, this title can be approached by all skill levels in regards to the overall accomplishments. ECMB is a very achievable mode that will absolutely thrill the casual player to the dynamics of extreme. For the advance player, there is stackable modes w/ a strategic element to pursue the ultimate ~ SOTR's wizard mode. This incredible rule-set is the example that will satisfy the majority & challenge the enthusiast.
The quality, gameplay & rules for WOZ is exceptional to anything in the pinball industry. JJP has produced a standard of excellence that will be the influence that changed the pinball world as we know it today. Though this title is not for a select few > one cannot deny the breakthrough that will be the higher echelon for many machines to come. I wish you well in your pursuit for the perfect machine!
The theming is an incredible tribute to a timeless classic. Though this theme is not for everyone, growing up in an era when this movie was annually featured really commemorates the recall of childhood memories. WOZ is a universal theme that completely changed the perspective of the movie industry. WOZ is recognized by family, friends & world-wide.
The overall gameplay is phenomenal! The playfield, lightshow & LCD display is a breakthrough that has set the precedence for any machine that follows. The playfield is an adventurous journey, the lightshow is therapeutic eye-candy & the LCD is an attraction that will gravitate your complete attention. JJP has set the standard w/ their commitment to offering a machine that has broken the barrier for the next pinball generation.
The rules are a different approach to the norm of the pinball industry. When approaching the gameplay rules for this title, one must spend many games on this machine to fully understand the objectives. Though the rules are deep, this title can be approached by all skill levels in regards to the overall accomplishments. ECMB is a very achievable mode that will absolutely thrill the casual player to the dynamics of extreme. For the advance player, there is stackable modes w/ a strategic element to pursue the ultimate ~ SOTR's wizard mode. This incredible rule-set is the example that will satisfy the majority & challenge the enthusiast.
The quality, gameplay & rules for WOZ is exceptional to anything in the pinball industry. JJP has produced a standard of excellence that will be the influence that changed the pinball world as we know it today. Though this title is not for a select few > one cannot deny the breakthrough that will be the higher echelon for many machines to come. I wish you well in your pursuit for the perfect machine!
9.320/10
5 years ago
Absolutely love this pin! It's not only fun to play, but also a joy to look at. It's a piece of art. That being said, if you didn't grow up watching the Wizard of Oz once a year on regular TV, you probably don't get the allure.
9.360/10
5 years ago
my first pin lots of tech issues sound voices low then high then low. boards burning out on my machine anyway, otherwise a masterpiece it is fixed and with new code playing great....... classic
White Rock, BC
8.889/10
5 years ago
Really cool machine, although I wish companies wouldn't keep releasing different versions of the same machine. I get that its a money maker for them but I miss the days when all machines were released with the same toys and features. But great play regardless!
9.520/10
5 years ago
The first few times I played WOZ was on location. Every time, the games were not functioning properly. I was finally able to play in a few home environments. I fell in love soon after! I love Keith Johnson's deep rules, always keeps you coming back for more. I find great value in a deep game that always has something to strive for! WOZ is also a game my wife enjoys playing. Which makes me happy when I can find games that allow us to share the hobby!
8.460/10
5 years ago
one of the greatest complex and best layouts on a pinball machines i have ever seen. I will have one in my collection before too long.my wife is dying to get one as well
8.931/10
5 years ago
I initially drug my feet buying a WOZ but my girlfriend and kids convinced me to get one and I’m so happy they did. While the theme is not for me the game itself is amazing and deep, shoots smooth and the light show is second to none. This is one that I could see lasting a long time in anyone’s lineup regardless of what other games you have.
7.736/10
5 years ago
This game is immediately appealing due to the beautiful screen and great art package. While the theme would never be my first choice for a pin, it's a refreshing change of pace from the comic book and action movie themes that seem to dominate this hobby. The game play is very stop and go, which is by design. I actually find it to be a nice change of pace from other pins. The software is extremely deep and very polished. I honestly don't think I'll ever see everything this game has to offer and I'm nowhere close to getting to the final wizard mode after months of ownership and hundreds of games. The LCD screen and animations are still stunning and definitely raised the bar for the rest of the industry.
On the negative side, the lighting is a bit dark on parts of the playfield. I also found the learning curve on the rules to be almost too steep. Scoring big requires a decent amount of planning, game knowledge and mode stacking. While somebody brand new to this game can step up and have a good time just banging the ball around, getting a good score and progressing thru the game takes a lot of strategy. This certainly seems like the type of game that would excel more in an home environment.
Overall, I find this to be a stunning game with lots of challenge to offer. It may never rise to the position of being my favorite game, but it's a pin I always have fun with enjoy coming back to.
On the negative side, the lighting is a bit dark on parts of the playfield. I also found the learning curve on the rules to be almost too steep. Scoring big requires a decent amount of planning, game knowledge and mode stacking. While somebody brand new to this game can step up and have a good time just banging the ball around, getting a good score and progressing thru the game takes a lot of strategy. This certainly seems like the type of game that would excel more in an home environment.
Overall, I find this to be a stunning game with lots of challenge to offer. It may never rise to the position of being my favorite game, but it's a pin I always have fun with enjoy coming back to.
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